What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Lead Technician position at TRL Systems Talent Management Team?
We are seeking an experienced Lead Fire Alarm Technician to oversee the onsite installation of fire life safety systems within commercial properties. This role is ideal for a Senior Fire Alarm Technician or Fire Alarm Lead who can manage crews, coordinate installations, and ensure projects are completed on time and in compliance with industry standards. The Fire TI Lead Technician plays a critical leadership role, guiding technicians through demolition, rough-ins, wiring, and device installation while also handling project documentation, troubleshooting, and customer communication. This position requires strong technical knowledge of fire alarm systems, commercial construction practices, and electrical regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead installation of commercial fire alarm and fire life safety systems
- Supervise and guide technicians on tenant improvement (TI) projects
- Perform and oversee demolition, construction rough-ins, and device installation
- Pull, route, and terminate fire alarm wiring
- Troubleshoot system issues and implement corrective actions
- Coordinate project preparation, material staging, and job site organization
- Communicate daily with Project Manager and Foreman regarding job status
Serve as primary onsite contact for customers - Interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and wiring schematics
- Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, electrical codes, and safety regulations
- Maintain clean and organized job sites
- Train and mentor junior technicians
- Manage data files and ensure proper storage procedures
- Complete daily reports and project documentation in CRM
- Support project closeout by submitting final documentation
- Maintain company vehicle, tools, and inventory
- Follow fleet policies and inventory management procedures
Leadership & Project Management Duties
- Lead onsite crew to ensure successful installation of project components
- Identify best methods for installation based on drawings and site conditions
- Ensure materials and equipment are staged and ready for use
- Monitor installation progress and adjust workflow as needed
- Provide technical guidance and training to technicians
- Perform advanced troubleshooting to keep project on schedule
Position Requirements:
- 3 years in construction and/or low voltage installation
- 3 years installing low voltage in a commercial environment
- Valid California Driver License and proof of auto insurance.
- Must be able to work weekends, nights, split shifts, and rotating shifts (if needed).
- 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:
- 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.
Salary : $26 - $34