Fire Technician-Harrisburg

Berkshire Systems Group Inc (BSGI)

York (York County)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Group Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading fire safety solutions provider is seeking a Fire Technician I to service and support fire alarm systems across various sectors. This full-time entry-level position requires strong technical skills, a passion for life safety, and the ability to travel within Pennsylvania. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a company vehicle.

Qualifications

At least one year experience with Fire Alarm system installations.
Ability to commission and modify basic fire alarm systems.
Solid customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Perform on-site service, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance on fire alarm systems.
Test fire system operations to satisfy code requirements.
Complete thorough documentation of all activities.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Multimeter usage

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics

Tools

Fire Alarm systems

Multimeter

Job description

Overview

Fire Technician-Harrisburg at Berkshire Systems Group Inc (BSGI). This role involves servicing and supporting fire alarm systems for commercial, industrial, and government entities. Berkshire Systems Group, Inc. is recognized as a Best Place to Work in PA (2022, 2023, 2024). A $1,000 Sign-On Bonus is available for individuals with current FAS or ITM NICET certification.

The Fire Technician I Role

The Fire Technician I reports to the Fire Alarm supervisor and 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.

What Berkshire Systems Group 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 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 year of experience with Fire Alarm system installations
Associate's degree in Electronics or related field
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.
Mobility: Ability to move freely and safely within tight spaces, crawl spaces, attics, and other areas where fire alarm systems are installed.
Vision: Visual acuity in at least one eye of 20/40 or better combined vision without corrective lenses or 20/70 combined vision with corrective lenses. Possess ability to distinguish colors.
Note: The physical requirements listed are representative, but not exhaustive of the demands of the job.

What We Offer

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 (Meals on Wheels, Blood Drives, Food Banks)
Company-paid Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance

At Berkshire Systems Group, Inc., we are committed to our Behavioral Standards which provide 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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