Communication Apprentice

About the Role

M.C. Dean is seeking a Communication Technician Apprentice to join our team. This role involves assisting in the installation of basic communication equipment, learning to use hand and power tools, and understanding electrical blueprints and the NEC. Apprentices are expected to register for related instruction courses and actively work towards becoming well-qualified technicians.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in pulling various types of wiring.
• Assisting in Site Grounding.
• Assisting in Pulling Low Voltage Cable.
• Assisting in Prefab Assembly installation.
• Assisting in Core Drilling.
• Assisting in the installation of Cable Tray.
• Installing Devices.
• Maintaining a clean work area.
• Securing company tools daily.
• Assisting with monthly tool checks.
• Participating in Job site clean up.
• Handling material.
• Preparing the work area.
• Demonstrating effective use of hand tools such as drill motors, sawzalls, hydraulic knockouts punches, etc.
• Wearing all Personal Safety Equipment.
• Following safety policies and rules.
• Reading, understanding, and demonstrating use of Activity Hazard Analysis.
• Demonstrating proper use and care of tools.
• Displaying understanding of and following material safeguarding and storage practices.
• Displaying understanding of and following equipment safety, safeguarding, and storage.
• Assisting in all sizes of telecom wire pulling.
• Participating actively in Daily work briefings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 0+ months of experience.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site and school.
• Willing to attend school in the evenings one or two nights a week for three (3) years.

Desired Qualifications

• Apprentices must be able to follow directions to install a quality product under the guidance of Technicians, Foreman, or other leadership.
• Apprentices must have a Basic hand tool set to include Snips and Punch down Tool.
• Experience assisting with Fiber Optics is a plus.
• Vocational Training is a plus.

Abilities

• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Physical strength and stamina to perform tasks such as loading, unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in material transportation.
• Relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
• Work at various heights up to 60 feet and climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
• Walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
• Possess good vision (may be corrected), ability to see in color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
• Use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
• Recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce sensible answers.
• Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions.
• See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Pay

USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.

Schedule

This is a 40-hour per week position with overtime expected when needed. Potential temporary travel may be involved, up to 25%.

Benefits

• A competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 401k Retirement Plan.
• Military Reserve pay offset.
• Paid maternity leave.