Technology Trainee

Paladin Technologies; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Canada is seeking a Technology Trainee to work on integrated technology projects. The role involves hands-on training, assisting senior technicians, and gaining experience across various areas, including Datacom and Audio Visual systems. Candidates must have a High School Diploma, be bondable, and willingness to travel. Offering competitive pay of $20.50 to $23.58 per hour with additional benefits and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Group RRSP matching

Online learning management portal

Qualifications

• Candidates must be bondable and pass a background check.
• Power/Hand tool experience is preferred.
• Ability to solve practical problems with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Pull trade-specific cabling as directed.
• Install cable support structures and field devices.
• Assist in larger installations and travel to client sites.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree/Certificate in a related field

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Are you looking for a growing career within the technology and installation field? Want to work with innovative professionals on integrated technology projects? Apply to the Technology Trainee role today with Paladin Technologies, a North American leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of IP-based Integrated Security, Audio-Visual, and Data Networking systems. We work on many projects in your community including casinos, arenas, restaurants, airports, post-secondary institutions, and more.

Paladin Technologies believes in innovation through teamwork and creating a dedicated and professional environment where our colleagues can build on personal growth and career advancement.

The Role

Joining the Paladin Technologies team means an opportunity to learn and grow on the job. Job shadowing Senior Technicians’ daily activities and hands‑on training will be provided for this role.

We are looking for dedicated talent who are "willing to get their hands dirty" and are committed to learning industry best practices from on-site mentors. The Technology Trainee will demonstrate the ability to think outside of the box and will exhibit strong professionalism, communication, and collaboration. Coordination and communication with the Senior Technicians are critical to the success of this position.

This position may require weekend/night shifts and occasional out-of-town travel.

As a Technology Trainee, you will gain first‑hand experience working in a variety of areas such as Datacom, Audio Visual, and Security Systems.

General Accountabilities

• Pulling trade‑specific cabling as directed by Site Leads.
• Installation of different cable support structures.
• Basic installation of associated field devices to Paladin standards.
• Staging materials to improve efficiency.
• Clean up at the end of the day, making sure all cables are neatly coiled throughout the job site, tools clean and put away.
• Keeping the job site clean.
• Assist on some of our larger installations.
• Travel to client sites on a required basis.
• Other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Must be bondable and able to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License with clean abstract and no restrictions is preferred.
• High School Diploma is required or an Associate Degree/Certificate in a related field is preferred.
• Power/Hand tool experience is preferred.

Professional Competencies

• Proper hand and power tool operations and safety.
• Ability to solve practical problems and carry out responsibilities under minimal supervision.
• Ability to organize workload for effective implementation.
• Ability to complete projects on time and on budget.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to function as an effective team member.
• Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves.

Success Factors

• Adaptability: Quickly adapt to deliver desired outcomes for our clients.
• Accountability: Own your work from start to finish.
• Service Orientation: Strive to exceed customer expectations.
• Innovation: Always look for new ways to add value.
• Technical knowledge: Constantly build your skill set and demonstrate your abilities.

Why Join Us?

• Online learning management portal available for continuous development.
• A welcome package, Personal Protective Equipment, and basic hand tools will be provided.
• Extended health insurance – medical and dental.
• Employee Family Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, and vacation time.
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching.
• Overtime, night shift premium, out-of-town per diem opportunities.
• Team events throughout the year.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet).

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be required.

Pay Range: $20.50 ph - $23.58 ph (DOE)

Company Info

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources. Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United States and Canada, and nearly 1,700 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability & veterans, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 1-855-296-3199 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request. We thank you for your application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.