Test Technician - Fire Alarm

As the Testing Technician at TRL Systems you will be responsible for the onsite testing of fire life safety systems. Your responsibilities will include testing and cleaning of all types of fire life safety devices including smoke and heat detectors, pull stations, fire doors, fire alarm, fire panels, etc. Additionally, you will monitor the fire alarm panel, label devices, and do the testing set up and break down. Additionally, you will show your expertise by taking notes of testing procedures, testing outcomes, testing methodology, and testing reporting/documentation.

Schedule

• Schedule will vary, and can include weekends, nights, split shifts, and rotating shifts (if needed).
  
  

Essential Functions

• Ensures that regular and consistent communication takes place with both internal and external customers; acknowledges and addresses requests received via phone, email or company systems daily.
• Manages own time and resources to achieve identified objectives; is diligent in meeting all communicated/defined deadlines. Monitors and updates tickets assigned to them in company CRM.
• Accurately communicates device testing status, device name changes, location changes to ensure accurate testing documentation.
• Understands how to read and interpret previous testing documentation into a functional working plan for the current testing process (when applicable). Taking into consideration any special accommodations or notations recorded on that test.
• Adheres to all workplace safety expectations, regulations, standards and practices.
• Displays an understanding of and the functionality of the Fire Life Safety systems installed.
• Performs good housekeeping while at a customer site; keeping work area clean and organized.
• Operates and understand the use of all tools and equipment needed for the test.
  
  

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
  
  

Role

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
  
  

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.