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Life Safety Inspector

2 months ago

Reading, United States Berkshire Systems Group Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Launch your career in the Life Safety Industry with us


Who We Are:

As a 2022 & 2023 Best Places to Work in PA business with a 40+ year reputation as one of the most trusted systems integration companies in the industry, Berkshire Systems Group, Inc. continually expands our expertise in state-of-the-art fire safety, security, and communications solutions for Commercial, Industrial, and Government entities.


The Life Safety Inspector I Role:


The Life Safety Inspector I position reports to the Fire Inspections Life Safety Supervisor. The Life Safety Inspector I works with a small team to conduct on-site inspections on various brands of Fire Alarm Systems for our clients, including K-12 public school districts, colleges and universities, government entities, and small, medium, and enterprise-level commercial businesses, many of which require stringent background clearances. This role also requires local, state, and federally-mandated inspection documentation to be completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.


Our clients are predominantly located within the state of Pennsylvania, though travel to our Reading, York, and State College offices, as well as occasional overnight travel will be necessary.


To support the Life Safety Inspector I's ultimate success in the role, Berkshire Systems Group, Inc. provides:

  • Company vehicle (based on position), which includes: AAA membership, Fuel card, and all maintenance costs, parking fees, and tolls covered
  • Laptop computer
  • Tablet
  • Cell Phone
  • All necessary tools and equipment


This position is a great opportunity for someone looking to start a career in the Life Safety Industry and gain the knowledge and experience necessary to grow into various other positions, such as Technician, Sales, and/or Service at Berkshire Systems Group, Inc.


Who You Are:

A highly motivated team player with a passion for Life Safety who would like to contribute to the growth of the Fire Inspections Life Safety Division at BSGI. You are someone who wants to provide world class service to our customers through continued education and growth in the Fire Alarm industry. The position entails:

  • Reading and interpreting blueprints to locate all system devices within a building
  • Interpreting manufacturers’ manuals to use various manufacturers’ panels
  • Extracting fire alarm event history from various manufacturers’ panels
  • Performing inspections and tests for the maintenance of fire alarms, as well as occasionally security, sprinkler, and communication systems
  • Utilizing inspection software to accurately complete documentation in accordance with company and customer contractual standards in a timely manner
  • Anything necessary to contribute to the success of the Fire Inspections Life Safety Division


Where You'll Be Located:

  • Ideally, you're located in Central, Eastern, or Southern Pennsylvania within reasonable distance to one of our three offices (Reading, York, and State College). Daily commute to one of our offices is not necessary.
  • Daily travel to customer sites primarily throughout the state of Pennsylvania, including occasional overnights, is necessary.
  • You must be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver's license and minimal traffic violations to drive a company vehicle
Requirements:

What You Bring:

  • A great attitude and work ethic We'll teach the rest
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to operate a smartphone for communication, documentation, GPS, calendar, and other professional functions
  • Excellent customer service skills to interface with clients on-site
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization skills
  • Detail-oriented focus for documentation and thorough job completion
  • Strong organizational skills for tools, equipment, and documentation
  • Previous experience working with hand and power tools

Physical Requirements:


Physical Fitness: Possess the physical ability to ascend/descend ladders and stairs, and access elevated areas to inspect system components installed at various heights.

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time and frequently bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel or crouch.
  • Must have hand dexterity to manipulate and handle materials.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a daily continuous basis. Any lifting over 50 pounds will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.

Mobility: Ability to move freely and safely within tight spaces, crawl spaces, attics, and other areas where systems are installed.


Vision: Possess visual acuity in at least one (1) eye of 20/40 or better combined vision without corrective lenses or over 20/70 combined vision with corrective lenses. Possess ability to distinguish colors.


Note: The physical requirements mentioned above are representative, but not exhaustive, of the demands of the job.


What We Offer:

  • Competitive starting wages
  • Paid Time Off in the first year (Amount will be prorated during the first year, dependent upon on start date)
  • Holiday pay starting on day one
  • Group Medical Insurance with two plan options
  • Dental Insurance with two plan options
  • Vision Insurance
  • Retirement plan with company match
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Community Service Opportunities (Meals on Wheels, Blood Drives, Food Banks)
  • Company-paid Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance

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At Berkshire Systems Group, Inc., we are committed to our Behavioral Standards which provides an environment of mutual respect and is the basis for providing equal employment opportunities available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by municipal/state/federal law. Berkshire Systems Group, Inc. celebrates and supports the diversity among our teammates and believes it contributes to our success as a company.



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