Telecommunication Apprentice – TS

• OSHA 10
• CPR & First Aid
• Rigging
• RF Awareness
• Electrical Safety
• Ladder Safety
• Safe Climbing Practices, Procedures, and Rescue Plans
• Building Materials (BOM, Parts & Equipment)
• Construction & Installation Knowledge
• Quality Control & Closeouts
• Equipment Operator

• Strong work ethic demonstrated by setting high standards of performance for self, assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks and self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
• Motivation to succeed
• Enjoy working with your hands outside in the elements
• Being a team player in the truest sense, with an ability to develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals. Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong attention to safety

• Love of heights! You will be working on towers 100+ feet tall with a 50 lb. load
• Must be able to follow all safety policies and procedures while contributing to and maintaining a safe, clean and orderly work environment.
• An understanding of basic computer programs
• Must be able to pass a drug and background test
• Must be 18 years of age or older with a valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical, if required to drive
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, and drive or ride in a truck for long periods of time
• Must be able to crouch, kneel, and twist throughout the work day
• Must be able to reach, grasp and climb with both hands
• Must be available to travel up to 100% for weeks at a time if required
• Flexible with shift work, to include maintenance window and weekends if needed
• Local to the market
• Periodic air travel will be required
• Good oral and written communications skills
• Ability to speak, write and read English

This position is Non-Exempt based on the FLSA laws. Our company uses E-verify during the hiring process.

Velex is committed to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Velex offers quality benefits such as:

• Competitive salary • Weekly pay • Paid sick leave, holidays and accrued PTO • Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, disability, accident, critical illness and 401K • Recognition awards • State-of-the-art safety gear • A new fleet of service trucks • Industry-leading automation tools for project management • Nationwide presence with multiple training facilities across the US • Equal opportunity employer and proud employer of military veterans

Full time

Regular