Fire Technician-Reading

Berkshire Systems Group, Inc•Reading, PA

About The Position

Berkshire Systems Group, Inc. is hiring a Fire Technician I to commission, maintain, repair, and provide customer support for fire alarm systems, including Siemens, Silent Knight, VESDA, Simplex, and Notifier. The technician performs service, installation, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance at customer sites, and tests system operations to satisfy code requirements. The role includes reading engineered site drawings, manufacturer documentation, and matrices of operation, and completing service, expense, quality alert, and maintenance reports. The position reports to the Fire Alarm Supervisor and the Operations Manager. Customer sites are predominantly in Pennsylvania and include schools, businesses, and government entities that may require background clearances. Travel to customer sites is required, as are occasional overnight stays and travel to the Reading, York, and State College offices. Daily commuting to an office is not necessary. The role includes participation in an on-call rotation and requires a growth mindset to keep current with changes in fire alarm technology. The ideal candidate is a motivated team player with a passion for life safety and fire alarm systems who provides strong customer service and contributes to the growth of the Fire Life Safety Division. The company provides a company vehicle based on position, with fuel, maintenance, parking, tolls, and AAA membership covered; a laptop, tablet, cell phone, and necessary tools and equipment are also provided. Physical demands include climbing ladders and stairs, accessing elevated areas, standing for extended periods, frequently bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, handling materials, and moving through tight spaces, crawl spaces, and attics. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a daily continuous basis. Lifting more than 50 pounds is done with mechanical or employee assistance. Visual requirements include the specified visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license with minimal traffic violations to drive a company vehicle.

Requirements

Strong technical knowledge, an electronics background, and a solid foundation in fire alarm systems.
Ability to commission and modify basic fire alarm systems, including panel hardware, circuit boards, detectors, stations, modules, and notification appliances.
Demonstrated ability to use a multimeter and lineman's telephone test set, and knowledge of basic electronic theory.
Solid customer service and communication skills.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a professional setting.
At least one year of experience with fire alarm system installations.
At least 18 years of age, a valid driver's license, and minimal traffic violations to drive a company vehicle.
Ability to meet the stated physical and visual requirements, including lifting up to 50 pounds on a daily continuous basis and distinguishing colors.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Electronics or a related field.
Industry certifications such as NICET.
Formalized manufacturer training.

Responsibilities

Commission, maintain, repair, and provide customer support for fire alarm systems.
Perform on-site service, installation, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on fire alarm systems.
Test fire system operations to satisfy code requirements.
Complete timely documentation, including service reports, expense reports, quality alerts, and maintenance reports.
Read and interpret engineered site drawings, manufacturer operating manuals and documentation, and matrices of operation.
Participate in an on-call rotation.
Travel to customer sites throughout Pennsylvania, with occasional overnight travel, and travel to company offices as needed.
Contribute to the success of the Fire Life Safety Division.

Benefits

Company vehicle based on position, with AAA membership, fuel card, maintenance costs, parking fees, and tolls covered.
Laptop computer, tablet, cell phone, and necessary tools and equipment.
Competitive starting wages.
Paid time off in the first year, prorated based 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.
Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.