Fire Technician I

6 days ago

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

***$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for individuals with current FAS or ITM NICET certification***


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 Fire Technician I Role:


The Fire Technician I position reports to the Fire Alarm supervisor, as well as the Operations Manager. The Fire Technician I commissions, maintains, repairs and provides customer support for Fire Alarm Systems including, but not limited to: Siemens, Silent Knight, VESDA, Simplex, and Notifier.


The Fire Technician I will travel to client sites, which can range from public school buildings to small, medium, and enterprise-level businesses, to government entities which require stringent background clearances. 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 Fire Technician 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 role requires a growth mindset and a love of learning to stay current with the fast-moving technological changes within the industry.


Who You Are:


A highly motivated team player with a passion for Life Safety and Fire Alarm Systems who would like to contribute to the growth of the Fire 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:

  • Performing on-site service, installation, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance on fire alarm systems including, but not limited to: Siemens, Silent Knight, VESDA, Simplex, Notifier, etc.
  • Testing fire system operations to satisfy code requirements
  • Completing thorough and timely documentation of all activities including service reports, expense reports, quality alerts and maintenance reports.
  • Reading and interpreting engineered site drawings, manufacturer operating manuals/documentation, and matrices of operation
  • On-Call rotation
  • Anything necessary to contribute to the success of the Fire 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:

  • Strong technical knowledge with an electronics background and a solid skillset/foundation with Fire Alarm systems
  • Ability to commission and modify basic fire alarms systems, including: addition or deletion of panel hardware, circuit boards, detectors, stations, modules, notification appliances, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to use multimeter, lineman's telephone test set, and basic electronic theory
  • Solid customer service and communication skills
  • Impeccable organizational and multi-tasking skills in a professional setting
  • At least one (1) year of experience with Fire Alarm system installations
  • Associate's degree in Electronics or related field a
  • Industry certifications such as NICET and formalized manufacturer training a plus


Physical Requirements:


Physical Fitness: Possess the physical ability to ascend/descend ladders and stairs, and access elevated areas to inspect fire alarm 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 fire alarm 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.


***$1,000 Sign-On Bonus for individuals with current FAS or ITM NICET certification only. $1,000 Sign-On Bonus will be dispersed after 90 days of employment with Berkshire Systems Group, Inc.***

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