Fire Alarm Testing Technician
Job Description
The Fire Alarm Testing Technician assists in performing inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm and life-safety systems in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. This role is ideal for individuals beginning their fire alarm career who want hands-on experience with NFPA 72 and California Title 19 testing procedures while working under the guidance of experienced technicians.
At TRL Systems, we've been keeping people and their property safe for over 42 years. As an integrator of Fire Alarm, Nurse Call, and Security systems, everything we do has the potential to save lives and you get to be a part of that. Your role is important and here’s what you can expect as a member of our TRL Team:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k plan, paid holidays, Paid Time Off
- Employee Merit and Longevity Awards: Merit rewards that you can use to get items such as branded apparel, video game consoles, headphones and more and longevity awards like golfing gear, purses, BBQs, and watches just to name a few
- Company Sponsored Events: Family-friendly events with food, games and prizes
- Training and Development: Classes available to develop you personally and professionally to help you be the best version of you possible!
- Career Advancement: We want to partner with you to build a long and successful career at TRL and will help you realize your potential
Responsibilities
Assist with the inspection and testing of fire alarm systems, including:
- Smoke and heat detectors
- Pull stations
- Horns, strobes, and speakers
- Duct detectors
- Waterflow and tamper switches (with senior staff)
- Help perform annual, semiannual, and quarterly testing per NFPA 72 and local requirements.
- Assist in verifying proper operation of fire alarm panels and related equipment.
- Record device locations, counts, and test results under the direction of a lead technician.
- Assist in completing AHJ inspection forms.
- Note deficiencies observed during testing and report them to the lead technician.
- Learn proper use of testing tools and equipment (meters, smoke testers, ladders, PPE).
- Maintain clean, organized work areas and company tools.
- Participate in on-the-job training on fire alarm systems, testing methods, and code requirements.
- Learn how to read fire alarm drawings, riser diagrams, and system documentation.
- Seek opportunities to grow into a technician or lead role.
- Follow all safety policies, including ladder use, electrical safety, and PPE requirements.
- Assist in maintaining a safe work environment in occupied and construction settings.
Job Requirements
Position Requirements:
- 1+ years’ experience in low voltage systems
- 1+ years’ experience in fire life safety testing
- High school diploma (or equivalent)
- Valid California Driver License and proof of auto insurance.
- Punctuality and regular attendance
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
- Ability to drive for 2+ hours in a work shift/day, daily.
- Ability to walk, bend, stoop, hear, and speak, daily.
- Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, under all temperature variations.
- Work environment may be construction sites, commercial buildings, high rise/midrise buildings, and/or hospitals with patient contact.
- Ascend/Descend and work at heights above 6ft and extreme heights, occasionally
- Move/Transport/Install/Remove items weighing 20+ pounds, daily
- Pushing/Pulling using upper extremities, daily
- Position self to work in confined spaces, occasionally
