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Fire Alarm TI Foreman

TRL Systems, Inc.
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/3/2026
The Fire Alarm Tenant Improvement (TI) Foreman is responsible for leading field crews in the installation, modification, and commissioning of fire alarm systems within commercial tenant improvement projects. This role oversees daily field operations, ensures compliance with codes and project requirements, coordinates with general contractors and other trades, and delivers high-quality, timely installations. The TI Foreman serves as the on-site subject matter expert for fire alarm installation standards, NFPA codes, and company procedures.

Your main responsibilities are to:
  • Oversee installation of all EST system components:
  • EST3 / EST4 panels and subassemblies
  • Networked fire alarm nodes and fiber loops
  • Signature Series detection and notification devices
  • Power supplies, NACs, and booster panels
  • Perform device mapping, panel configuration, and system programming.
  • Troubleshoot Signature device addressing, communication issues, SLC loops, and system faults.
  • Oversee system testing, inspection, and commissioning according to EST manufacturer procedures.
  • Ensure downloading, uploading, and updating EST system databases is performed correctly.
If you have a strong background in fire life safety systems and a passion for leading teams, we encourage you to apply!

Schedule:
  • 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Hours may vary.
  • Must be able to work weekends, nights, split shifts, and rotating shifts (if needed).
Position Requirements:
  • 5 years installing low voltage fire alarm systems in a commercial environment
  • Fire/Life Safety MFG Systems certifications
  • 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 drive, 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, and multi-tenant properties.
  • Ascend/Descend and work at heights above 6ft and extreme heights, occasionally
  • Move/Transport/Install/Remove items weighing 50 pounds, daily
  • Pushing/Pulling using upper extremities, daily
  • Position self to work in confined spaces, occasionally
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:

1. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k plan, paid holidays, Paid Time Off
2. 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
3. Company Sponsored Events: Family-friendly events with food, games and prizes
4. Training and Development: Classes available to develop you personally and professionally to help you be the best version of you possible!
5. Career Advancement: We want to partner with you to build a long and successful career at TRL and will help you realize your potential
TRL Systems, Inc. conducts pre-employment drug screening in accordance with Federal Contractor regulations and background checks in accordance with State and local regulations. In addition to having many clients (hospitals, schools, etc.) who require background checks, as a federal contractor TRL is also required to complete a background check for any employee who may work on a federal contract in any capacity. For any position that drives a Company vehicle, our insurance carrier requires criteria to be met and therefore will be a condition of employment.

TRL Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. TRL’s employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all California locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

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