Apprentice - All Trades

Launch a paid, hands-on career building the future—no prior experience required. Our apprenticeship programs pair on-the-job training (OJT) with Related Technical Instruction (RTI) so you earn competitive wages from day one while building real skills. You will receive no-cost training materials and coursework (no student debt) and work toward nationally recognized certifications from the U.S. Department of Labor and Northwest Lineman College. The skills you gain transfer across wind, solar, and battery storage projects nationwide.

Apprenticeships Offered

We are hiring apprentices across four occupations. Each is a structured, safety-driven program built to move you from entry level to skilled tradesperson:

• Construction Craft Laborer (CCL) — Our most versatile craft. Supports civil, structural, and mechanical work across the full project lifecycle — excavation, compaction, fencing, rebar and bolt assembly, concrete prep, and mechanical support — and may operate light equipment such as skid steers, loaders, telehandlers, and forklifts. Great for people who like variety and hands-on work.
• Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) — Trains on dozers, motor graders, and excavators (and may run loaders, telehandlers, and skid steers) for excavation, backfill, grading, and finish work. 6,000+ hours of structured OJT across equipment types. Ideal for those who take pride in operating machinery safely and precisely.
• Cable Installer (CI) — A highly technical trade installing, splicing, terminating, and testing medium- and high-voltage cable systems. Training covers conductor handling, splicing and termination, underground line design, testing, and commissioning across 6,000 hours of OJT. A fit for detail-oriented candidates with a strong safety mindset.
• Wind Turbine Installer (WTI) — Assembles turbine towers, nacelles, hubs, and blades through rigging, signaling, torque and tensioning, and mechanical completion. 6,000+ hours of OJT. Climbing at height is a core, recurring part of the role. A fit for those comfortable working at heights on a coordinated team.

Requirements

• Willingness to commit to a multi-year, structured training program
• The ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos
• Able to pass a pre-employment background, drug, and alcohol screening
• Able to lift and carry 40+ pounds
• Composite or steel toe work boots
• Willingness to travel and relocate to the job site (100% travel)
• Must be able to work consistently outside, frequently in inclement weather, and perform physically demanding tasks

What Makes You Stand Out

• Interest in hands-on work and learning new skills
• Comfort working outdoors in a team-oriented environment, often on remote sites
• Commitment to safety, communication, and continuous growth
• Previous experience in construction, the trades, or outdoor labor (helpful but not required)

Benefits

• Competitive wages from day one, with progressive increases as your skills and responsibilities grow
• No-cost training materials, binders, and coursework — no student debt
• Nationally recognized certifications (U.S. Department of Labor and Northwest Lineman College)
• Clear advancement pathways into leadership, specialized roles, and journeyworker positions
• 100% employer-paid HDHP insurance premiums for employee
• 401(k) with company match
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Education assistance (tuition reimbursement)
• Employee/family focused culture

Pay

Pay Range: $20-32 per hour; per diem based on eligibility. Individual compensation to be determined based on the applicant's applicable experience and qualifications balanced against internal equity and by specific location in alignment with applicable pay laws and regulations.

About Us

With more than 115 years of construction experience, Blattner has played a vital role in building America’s critical infrastructure, ranging from railroads and highways to dams and mines. Since 1997, the company has focused on renewable energy solutions and is responsible for some of the most significant solar, wind and storage projects in the U.S. Today, Blattner has installed over 20% of America’s utility-scale wind, solar and energy storage capacity. Blattner Company is the parent company of Blattner Energy and D.H. Blattner & Sons, of which all are members of the Quanta Services family of companies. Company headquarters are in Avon, Minnesota.