Apprentice

CaTia Integrated Systems; Independence (MO); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

CaTia Integrated Systems seeks an Apprentice Technician in Independence, MO. This paid, entry-level role trains you to become a Field Technician I, under supervision, on structured cabling, fiber, AV, security, and network systems for commercial projects and national rollouts.

Advancement occurs after meeting skill checks and training milestones within 6–12 months. OSHA 10 and lift certification are required within 60 days of hire.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent; no trade experience required — training provided.
• Meets safety requirements and can operate basic hand tools.
• Willing to obtain OSHA 10 and lift certifications within 60 days.

Responsabilidades

• Unload, stage, and organize materials on site; keep areas clean and safe.
• Assist with mounting hardware, racks, and pathway installations as directed.
• Learn termination, labeling, and testing of Cat5e/Cat6 cabling to company standards.
• Support retail rollout installs and same-night closeout tasks as assigned.

Conocimientos

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Safety minded

Punctuality

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Driver's license

OSHA 10 (Construction) certificate

Aerial/scissor lift certification

Descripción del empleo

The Apprentice Technician is a paid, entry-level training position designed to develop candidates with little or no trade experience into qualified Field Technician I personnel. Working at all times under the direct supervision of a Field Technician II/III or site lead, the Apprentice learns company installation standards for structured cabling, fiber optic, audio visual, security, access control, and network systems on commercial construction projects and national retail rollout programs (Target, Dollar, and Old Navy installs). This is a structured development role: apprentices who meet the graduation requirements below advance to Field Technician I, typically within 6 to 12 months. This position reports to the site lead / Project Manager.

Advancement Path to Field Technician I

• Eligible for promotion to Field Technician I after demonstrating all of the following, typically within 6 to 12 months:
• OSHA 10 and lift operator certification completed.
• Consistent attendance, punctuality, and safe work practices with no unresolved disciplinary issues.
• Passing skill checks signed off by a Field Technician III or Project Manager: cable pulling and dressing, Cat5e/Cat6 termination (jacks and patch panels), labeling, and basic test operation.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks from a scope of work with minimal rework.
• Positive evaluations from at least two site leads across construction and/or rollout projects
• Support crews on site: unload, stage, and organize materials; keep work areas clean, safe, and secured.
• Pull, dress, and support cable installation under direct supervision.
• Learn and practice termination, labeling, and testing of Cat5e/Cat6 cabling to company standards.
• Assist with mounting hardware, racks, devices, and pathway installation (J-hooks, sleeves, cable tray) as directed.
• Support retail rollout installs (Target, Dollar, Old Navy) as assigned crew support, including same-night closeout tasks.
• Complete daily documentation as assigned: photos, task updates, and timesheets — same day, every day.
• Account for all tools and materials assigned; report damage or shortages immediately.
• Follow all company, customer, and OSHA safety requirements, including PPE, ladder, and lift safety.
• Complete all assigned training, certifications, and skill checks on schedule.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (or actively completing).
• No trade experience required — we train.
• Mechanical aptitude, comfort with hand tools, and a strong work ethic required.
• Construction, warehouse, military, or other hands-on work history a plus.

Certifications and Licenses

• Valid driver’s license with a dependable vehicle and valid insurance — required.
• OSHA 10 (Construction) — company sponsored; must be completed within 60 days of hire.
• Aerial / scissor lift operator certification — company provided when eligible.
• First Aid/CPR — a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Able to bend, crawl, stoop, kneel, and sit for extended periods.
• Able to lift and move 50 pounds of weight daily as needed.
• Ladder climbing and work on elevated equipment (lift work, scaffolding).
• Able to work overnight, weekend, and after-hours shifts as required for retail rollout and occupied-facility work.
• Local travel or travel to assigned region/site 100% of the time; overnight travel required during rollout programs.