Apprentice

Intelligent Fire Systems & Solutions • Greendale, WI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Apprentice position is responsible for supporting Reg4 Testers with applicable duties, testing, documentation, and reporting of fire protection and life safety systems to help ensure compliance with the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) Chief’s Regulation No. 4 and other applicable codes and standards. This role assists with maintaining systems in proper working order, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, and helping protect people, property, and overall code compliance.

Intelligent Fire Systems & Solutions (IFSS) is a fire-life safety construction and service company founded in 2014 with a clear and unwavering purpose: to protect lives, property, and peace of mind. Built on decades of industry expertise, IFSS delivers fire alarm, very early warning, and life-safety solutions with precision, care, and an uncompromising commitment to doing the work the right way every time.
At IFSS, life safety is more than a trade; it is a responsibility we take personally. That responsibility shapes how we design, install, inspect, maintain, and service critical systems, and it defines how we show up for our clients and for one another. Our work is grounded in quality craftsmanship, integrity in action, accountability, reliability, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, with safety and trust at the center of every decision.
From initial design through long-term service and code compliance support, we take a thoughtful, personalized approach because protecting people and assets requires more than technical skill; it requires care, follow-through, and pride in the outcome.
Our mission is simple and non-negotiable: to passionately protect lives and assets by delivering exceptional experiences every time. When you join IFSS, you become part of a team that values collaboration, professionalism, and purpose and that takes pride in protecting what matters most.
Fire, Life, & Your Safety. Always.

Requirements

• Familiarity with applicable fire alarm codes and standards (NFPA fire alarm-related standards and local requirements).
• Proficiency with mobile devices/tablets and digital reporting platforms.
• Ability to write clear reports and document deficiencies accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Dependable and accountable; follows through on commitments.
• Professional communication and customer-facing presence.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organization and time management.
• Team-oriented and willing to support operations/service needs as required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with annual and periodic testing of fire alarm systems (basic and complex), including associated initiating devices, notification appliances, panels, and related components per applicable code and jurisdiction requirements.
• Assist with verifying system functionality and document results in accordance with applicable standards and project/customer requirements.
• Assist with Completing and submitting test results via the LAFD-approved Compliance Engine within required timelines.
• Accurately document all deficiencies, and corrective actions.
• Notify property owners or managers of any deficiencies requiring repair or retesting.
• Collaborate with building owners, property managers, contractors, and LAFD representatives to coordinate testing and any necessary repairs.
• Stay current with changes to Chief’s Regulation No. 4, NFPA standards, and other local or state fire codes.
• Maintain all certifications and attend required renewals and field observations as scheduled.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED