Fire Technician-York

Berkshire Systems Group Inc (BSGI); York (York County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting wages

Paid Time Off

Medical and Dental Insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness Program

Community service opportunities

Job summary

A fire safety solutions provider is seeking a Fire Technician to handle installation, maintenance, and customer support for fire alarm systems in Pennsylvania. Candidates must have an electronics background and at least one year of relevant experience. This role includes travel to customer sites and offers competitive pay, benefits, and a sign-on bonus for qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience with fire alarm system installations.
• Solid foundation in fire alarm systems.
• Industry certifications such as NICET are a plus.
• Strong technical knowledge with electronics background and fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation and maintenance on fire alarm systems.
• Test fire system operations to satisfy code requirements.
• Complete documentation of all activities.
• Read and interpret engineered site drawings and manufacturer manuals.
• Participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Technical knowledge in electronics

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Customer service

Organization/multitasking

Driver's license

NICET certification (plus)

Fire alarm installation experience

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics

Tools

Multimeter

Lineman's test set

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Fire Technician-York role at Berkshire Systems Group Inc (BSGI).

Salary: New Cumberland, PA area; typical ranges vary by location.

Note: This description reflects a role with responsibilities in fire alarm systems installation, maintenance, and customer support, with travel within Pennsylvania and occasional overnight trips.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site service, installation, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance on fire alarm systems (e.g., Siemens, Silent Knight, VESDA, Simplex, Notifier).
• Test fire system operations to satisfy code requirements.
• Complete thorough and timely documentation of all activities (service reports, expense reports, quality alerts, maintenance reports).
• Read and interpret engineered site drawings, manufacturer manuals, and operation matrices.
• Participate in on-call rotation.
• Contribute to the success of the Fire Life Safety Division as needed.

Location & Travel

• Ideally located in Central, Eastern, or Southern Pennsylvania near Reading, York, or State College; daily office commute not required.
• Daily travel to customer sites primarily throughout Pennsylvania, with occasional overnight travel.
• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record to operate a company vehicle.

What You Bring

• Strong technical knowledge with an electronics background and a solid foundation in fire alarm systems.
• Ability to commission and modify basic fire alarm systems (adding/deleting hardware, detectors, stations, modules, notification appliances).
• Experience using multimeter, lineman’s test set, and basic electronic theory.
• Solid customer service and communication skills; excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• 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 formal manufacturer training are a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Physical ability to ascend/descend ladders and access elevated areas; ability to stand for long periods; frequent bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• Hand dexterity to manipulate materials; able to lift up to 50 pounds (assistance or mechanical aid for heavier lifts).
• Ability to move safely within tight spaces, crawl spaces, attics, and other installation areas.
• Vision: 20/40 in at least one eye, or 20/70 with corrective lenses; color distinction ability.

The physical requirements listed are representative, but not exhaustive.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wages
• Paid Time Off in the first year (pro-rated based on start date)
• Holiday pay from 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

Additional Notes

There is a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus for individuals with current FAS or ITM NICET certification, dispersed after 90 days of employment.

Equal employment opportunity statement: Berkshire Systems Group, Inc. is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and provides equal opportunity to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.