CCL Apprentice I (Cone)

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; Floydada (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $20

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible spending account

Job summary

MasTec, Inc. invites applicants to join an on-the-job apprenticeship program focused on core construction skills, safety, and productive work habits. Trainees progress toward specialized concentrations such as Industrial, Wind, and Solar Construction while mentored by journeymen.

Participants will learn safety orientations, basic construction math, hand and power tools, and site procedures, with compensation starting at $20 per hour and a clear path to career advancement and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years old
• 0 to 4,000 On the job Training hours
• Experience using basic power tools preferred

Responsibilities

• Exhibit an enthusiasm to learn.
• Display an eagerness to build knowledge and develop skills.
• Attend formal training and complete on-the-job training.
• Complete homework to build knowledge and skillset and meet apprenticeship requirements.
• Keep log of on-the-job training activities.
• Complete all tests, presentations, and evaluations.
• Build professional relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Observe health and safety procedures.
• Promote and comply with company and safety policies.
• Attend training onsite to learn new tools and work procedures.
• Learn and perform general tasks involving physical labor and operate hand/power tools.
• May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, and assist with scaffolding and cleanup.
• Adhere to standards and rules; comply with legal regulations.
• Perform tasks as directed by Journeyman/Supervisor.
• May assist other craft workers; meet deadlines and work to schedules.
• Solve problems and think critically to resolve issues.
• Follow instructions and work well as part of a team.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Written and verbal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

Learn on-the-job under the supervision of a journeyman. Apprentices will begin by learning the core construction skills that provide a foundation of safety and productivity across all industry sectors. These include but are not limited to: Construction Site Safety Orientation; Introduction to Construction Math, Hand Tools, Power Tools, Construction Drawings, Basic Rigging and Material Handling; Basic Communication and Employability Skills; Confined Space Awareness; Fall Protection; and First Aid/CPR/AED. Successful completion of core skills means a move to increased industry knowledge in one or more areas of concentration: Industrial, Wind and Solar Construction.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit an enthusiasm to learn
• Display an eagerness to build their knowledge and are willing to put in the effort to develop their skills
• Attend formal training and complete on-the-job training
• Complete all homework to build their knowledge and skillset and to meet the requirements of the apprenticeship
• Keep log of on-the-job training activities
• Complete all tests, presentations, and other required evaluations
• Build professional relationships with colleagues and clients
• Observe health and safety procedures
• Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
• Attend all training available onsite to understand new tools, equipment, and work procedures
• Learn and perform general tasks involving physical labor. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments
• May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, and clean up rubble, debris, and other waste materials
• Adhere to the business' set standards, follow all rules, and comply to legal regulations
• Promote and comply with all Company and safety policies and procedures
• Perform tasks and other duties as directed by Journeyman/Supervisor
• May assist other craft workers
• Meet hard deadlines and work to strict schedules
• Solve problems and think critically to resolve issues
• Follow instructions clearly and work well as part of a team

Qualifications

Work Experience and Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• 0 to 4,000 On the job Training hours
• Experience using basic power tools preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company's Zero Injury principles
• Ability to travel and work away from home base area for the entire duration of the apprenticeship program
• Ability to perform tasks as directed by Journeyman
• Written and verbal communication skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Typical construction site environment.
• Requires working in cramped workspaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.

What’s In It for You:

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation: $20.00/hourly, commensurate with experience
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partnership.

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]