We are looking for a motivated, diligent person with a sound level of electrical & electronic knowledge, along with mechanical and practical ability. You will be responsible for equipment maintenance and testing of in-house rental equipment as well as customer equipment. You will be committed to maintaining the equipment to the high quality we are known for. 

You will be based at our Peterborough workshop with occasional travel to client sites or training courses. The core hours of the role are 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, but on occasions, work may be required outside of those hours. 

As this is a wide-ranging role, training will be given as required.  

About the Company 

Pearce Hire is an award-winning supplier of power, lighting and audio services to the live events sector. We have a permanent team of 30 employees and have been in business for over 30 years. Our headquarters are in Peterborough and we support clients across the country. We also install and maintain electrical, lighting and audio systems in theatres, schools and churches. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Inspection, testing and maintenance of hire stock electrical distribution units in accordance with our systems. 

Inspection, testing and maintenance of hire stock electrical equipment in accordance with our systems. 

Accurate record keeping. 

Working to schedules to ensure equipment readiness is maintained. 

Work in accordance with the company's Health & Safety documentation. 

Maintenance & repair of equipment to include Audio, Lighting, Power Distribution, Cabling systems and Rigging equipment. 

Assisting with new-build equipment projects

Salary £32k - £35K+ DOE 

Personal Skills: 

The ideal candidate would: 

Be an 18th Edition Qualified Electrician 

Hold a City & Guilds qualification in Inspection & Testing (e.g. one or more of 2391, 2392, 2394, 2395)  

Hold a City & Guilds 2377 qualification in PAT testing 

Have a track record of Portable Appliance Testing & able to demonstrate working knowledge 

Have experience with 3-phase systems and variable RCDs 

Be able to carry out repairs on distribution equipment 

Possess good verbal and written communication skills 

Be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team 

Be able to manage workload and prioritise 

Be computer literate

Be able to work to tight deadlines in a busy environment 

Have a keen eye for detail 

Have a valid UK driving licence 

Computer literate, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook 

Prior experience with Hiretrack rental management software is an advantage, though not essential 

Employment Benefits

Paid Overtime 

21 Days holiday + bank holidays 

All workwear and PPE provided 

Company Pension Scheme 

Comprehensive training programme 

Annual company dinner / social event  

Various other staff activities 

Sick Pay

Onsite Parking

Friendly Team – nice place to work 

 No Recruitment agencies / Previous Applicants need not apply.