Project Systems Specialist

Project Systems Specialist

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What we offer 

• Competitive salary 

• Paid vacation/holidays/sicktime - 15 days of vacation first year 

• Comprehensive benefits package including, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one 

• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities With outstanding resources 

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment 

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy 

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What you will do 

Johnson Controls Inc / Tyco Integrated Fire & Security is a recognized leader in the manufacture, sales, and service of state-of-the-art monitor and control systems for fire alarm, security, sound, nurse call, integrated systems, portable extinguishers, and sprinklers systems. Johnson Controls / Tyco Integrated Fire & Security creates innovative, high-quality solutions that meet customer needs into the future.

We are looking for a Project Systems Specialist to join our Mississauga District Office.

Under general direction, act as the on-site project leader to plan, execute, and complete projects with assigned customers in a safe and cost-effective manager. Perform or delegates tasks as required to execute and fully complete assigned projects including hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning and project closeout.

Maintain both customer satisfaction, accurate project reports and documents. Actively pursues selling change orders. Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project. Provides work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, and designers. Ensures work performed follows the AHJ and applicable local codes. Adheres and ensures Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors adhere to all safety standards.

How you will do it 

• Completes typical installation hardware design and software programming using established standards as required Provides detailed information to communicate design and operation to customers, Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors.

• Actively pursues additional work through change orders. Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client issued bulletins, field directives and/or scheduling changes. Communicates both technical and business-related issues with Senior Project Manager and clients.

• Provides jobsite coordination for panel and field devices physical locations. Ensures installation is in accordance with project requirements, ULC standards and OBC requirements.

• Manages and completes the loading, devices verification, and commissioning of all fire alarm control panels. Validates complete system functionality and resolves issues with contractors and other trades as required.

• Provides accurate project as built and commissioning documentation.

• Provides coaching, mentoring and technical assistance to System Technicians, Electrical Installers and System Designers. Provides technical assistance to subcontractors. Ensures that delegated tasks are done accurately, on-time, billed, within budget and within scope of the contract.

• Effectively communicates the status of projects to senior project manager.

• Develops project plans and coordinates the required resources to ensure timely and cost-effective installation and completion of assigned projects.

• Performs site-specific training for owner/operator on the total system in full or with assistance. Ensures owner/operator has been trained. Provides proper documentation and manuals for system operation.

• Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as required.

• Follows all safety standards and has the highest regard for employee and subcontractor safety.

• Travel throughout the District business area when required.

• Program complex & custom operations on network systems and their micro-processors.

What we look for 

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience within the Fire Protection industry.

• Completion of a college diploma in Fire Protection or Electrical/Electronic or equivalent experience.

• Completion of a Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) certification.

• Knowledge of Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, ULC Standards for programming and commissioning purposes.

• Demonstrated ability to program complex operations on micro-processor based systems without supervision.

• Proficient in the use of computers, including MS Office suite, and latest Windows operating systems.

• Strong troubleshooting skills with solid understanding of electronic test equipment.

• Ability to handle multiple large projects accurately and efficiently and adapt to changing customer needs.

• Ability to express clear technical solutions in a clear and concise manner.

• Possess a valid driver’s license.

• Strong communication skills and customer service focus.

We believe in doing well by doing good and hold ourselves accountable to make the world a better place through the solutions we provide, our engagement in society, and the way we do business. We believe that diversity and inclusion matter and make a difference. By embracing its true value and appreciating various perspectives, we strive to be one of the most desirable places to work.

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Johnson Controls and each of its Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation and, in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”).  When requested, accommodations will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.  To request an accommodation please contact us.  Information you provide relating to accommodation measures will be handled confidentially.  A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request. 

Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.