Hybrid QC/QA Technician – Fire Installation

at Johnson Controls

• Job title: QC/QA Technician – Fire Installation
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: CA$30 - CA$41 per hour
• Degree requirement: High School Diploma
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Edmonton, Canada

About the role

• Quality Control Technician ensuring fire alarm and safety systems meet quality standards at Johnson Controls. Collaborating with teams to maintain high safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• The Quality Control Technician for Fire Installation is responsible for inspecting, testing, and verifying fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and life-safety system installations to ensure they meet code requirements, manufacturer specifications, and company quality standards.
• Perform inspections on fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and special hazard system installations.
• Verify device placement, wiring standards, conduit installation, labeling, and system terminations.
• Conduct functional testing of fire alarm and life-safety systems (horns, strobes, pull stations, detectors, modules, etc.).
• Ensure all work complies with applicable codes (NFPA, ULC, CAN/ULC-S524, CAN/ULC-S537, building/fire code).
• Complete QC checklists, inspection reports, and deficiency documentation for each project.
• Ensure installation documentation is accurate, including device counts, as-builts, and test records.
• Track and follow up on deficiencies until resolved and signed off.
• Maintain clear and organized digital or paper records for audit and project turnover packages.
• Identify installation deviations, code non-compliance, material issues, or workmanship concerns.
• Report quality issues to installers, supervisors, and project managers promptly.
• Support commissioning, verification testing, and customer handover activities.
• Confirm all required permits, labeling, and documentation are present before final signoff.
• Recommend improvements to installation practices, tools, and workflows.
• Participate in internal audits and readiness checks before AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) inspections.
• Support training initiatives for new installers with a focus on quality and code compliance.
• Coordinate with installation teams, project managers, service technicians, and commissioning teams.
• Provide feedback to field crews to reduce repeat deficiencies and improve quality performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or technical certification in electrical, fire protection, or a related field.
• Experience in fire alarm, sprinkler, or life-safety installation is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with NFPA, ULC, and local fire code requirements is preferred.
• Ability to read fire alarm drawings, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, and device layout plans.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation fundamentals.
• Proficiency with testing tools (multimeter, continuity tester, decibel meter, smoke/heat testers).
• Knowledge of fire alarm panels (e.g., EST, Notifier, Simplex, Siemens), an asset but not required.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clear and constructive feedback.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to track multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high standard of workmanship.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one.
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources.
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot).
• Scheduling and management support.