Technical Trainer

ABOUT ORR
ORR Protection is a national leader in fire and life safety delivering intelligent lifecycle-driven solutions that protect people property and business continuity. For more than 75 years weve built our reputation by serving organizations in mission-critical environmentswhere performance matters and reliability is essential. As a third-generation family-owned company we remain grounded in strong relationships a commitment to doing the right thing and a deep sense of responsibility to our customers and our people. Today ORR supports associates and customers across all 50 states combining national expertise with a culture rooted in safety respect and care. When you join ORR youre part of a team dedicated to protecting what matters most while building a career you can be proud of.

Learn more about our company culture here.

SUMMARY

The Technical Trainer position is a full-time hybrid position intended for a senior-level fire suppression and/or fire alarm technician. The position is responsible for providing in-person instruction for technical courses developing apprentices developing new courses and updating existing ones developing training materials and answering field technical support calls. The position requires participation within the overall training organization in the company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All team members must embody the company mission to provide protection for people property and the environment in all aspects of their job.

• Support the learning and growth of company associates by development and delivery of a complete training curriculum which is continually revised to address the changing requirements of the business over time. Relevant training topics will include but not be limited to the companys products (Fire Protection Systems and Equipment) operating procedures (ISO Quality System) and job skills.

• Create and facilitate instructor-led in-person and online courses.

• Create and facilitate online courses for our LMS (webinars eLearning video etc.).

• Periodically prepare and deliver customer training programs. These programs will include training on the operation of a site-specific system or fire protection products/solutions.

• Develop lesson plans classroom exercises presentation materials handout materials and examinations to support technical training classes or modules.

• Fabricate prepare and maintain demonstration equipment including fire protection control panels devices and other instrumentation necessary to support training activities.

• Provide on-demand technical support (telephone or on-site) to associates in the field as needed.

• Maintain records related to the training program including company courses grades employee development programs and external training certificates. Records will be kept digitally within the companys learning management system.

• Attend approved manufacturer product training courses and meetings.

• Represent the company in a professional and positive manner.

• Conform to the companys quality management system.

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to present teach and host a class of multiple students lasting three or so days.

• Creative problem solver and tinkerer

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to visualize situations without being there.

• Curiosity about technological solutions

• Microsoft Office365 knowledge Specifically Word and PowerPoint

• Experience with Learning Management Systems

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.

• Ten or more years servicing and installing suppression detection and control systems required.

• NICET Level 3 or 4 certification in Fire Alarm or Special Hazards preferred.

• Current manufacturer training certificates from Kidde Fike Ansul NOTIFIER Siemens Potter or Gamewell-FCI preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primary work location will be remote from your residence.

• Regular travel to the Louisville Headquarters is expected for this position to prepare for and teach classes.

• Up to 10% overnight travel required. Some travel to ORR office locations and to some customer sites.

• This position will require frequent interaction with co-workers over the phone and internet.

• All associates are required to pass a drug screen background check and motor vehicle records report.

ONCE YOU JOIN OUR TEAM YOULL ENJOY:

• Working for a company where the associates are viewed as the companys greatest asset.

• Being part of something you can be proud of making a difference in the health and wellness of people and our planet.

• A growing company with a first-class reputation in our respective industries.

• A culture that is fun family oriented and entrepreneurial.

• A company that offers a focus on work life balance and encouragement to make a big impact.

• A caring group of associates with a commitment to make the communities we work in better for all.

• Excellent benefits including 401(K) health life dental tuition reimbursement and numerous perks such as training and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Vet / Disabled