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Training Manager

About Guardian Fire Services

Guardian Fire Services is a rapidly growing company dedicated to safeguarding lives and property. As we continue to expand, we're committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and innovative workplace where talent thrives.

Primary Responsibilities

Technical Training & Development

• Lead technical onboarding for new technicians entering the organization.
• Develop and deliver classroom, shop, and field-based technical training.
• Standardize technical training materials across Guardian operating companies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in fire sprinkler, fire alarm, inspection, service, and installation best practices.
• Travel to Guardian locations to coach technicians and support local leadership.
• Develop train-the-trainer programs that enable branch personnel to effectively onboard and develop employees.
• Build technical learning paths for apprentices, technicians, inspectors, foremen, and service personnel.

Operational Support

• Partner with Operations leaders to identify technical skill gaps.
• Recommend improvements to training, onboarding, and technical competency programs.
• Assist with rollout of new equipment, products, codes, and procedures.
• Support integration of newly acquired companies by helping standardize training and technical expectations.
• Maintain training records and measure training effectiveness.

Leadership Development (Future Growth)

As Guardian continues to grow, this role will have opportunities to expand into leadership development, supervisor training, management development, and company-wide learning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the fire protection industry.
• Strong working knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, inspection, testing, maintenance, service, and installation.
• Demonstrated technical credibility and respect within the industry.
• Passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing others.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to teach both classroom and hands-on field training.
• Willingness to travel to Guardian operating companies as needed.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and common training technologies.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Guardian Fire Services, we value innovation and collaboration. Here's what we offer:

• Competitive Pay: $$$ based on experience.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

• Future Savings: A 401(k) plan with employer match.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for leadership and career advancement.

• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO and paid holidays.

We Value All Experiences

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role and encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we're looking for.

We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem-solving and more creative thinking, so we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Guardian Fire Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Guardian Fire Services is committed to an inclusive experience for all applicants and will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations in the interview process, to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the lead in shaping HR systems and processes in a growing company, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join Guardian Fire Services and make an impact!