Lightning Protection Apprentice - Abilene, TX

Bonded Lightning Protection Systems, Ltd.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid health insurance

Paid life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Safety training and certifications

Union membership after 90 days

Job summary

Bonded Lightning Protection Systems, Ltd. seeks an Entry Level Installation Apprentice in Abilene, TX to begin on-the-job training toward a lightning protection field installation technician role with the largest lightning protection contractor in the United States.

Established in 1950 and family-owned, the company offers hands-on training, competitive compensation, and great benefits; employment is project-based and can extend with company growth.

Qualifications

• Able to climb ladders, lifts, high rises, and pitched roofs.
• Commute reliably to project locations.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Valid driver's license and clean MVR.
• Drug-free with clean driving record.
• At least 1 year lightning protection or construction experience.
• Experience operating machinery (mini excavator, forklift).
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Willingness to work up to 6 days a week.
• Ability to complete company safety programs.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills for a stable career in construction-related field.
• Learn to read blueprints and installation drawings.
• Learn to install ground systems and grounding cables on roofs and structures.

Skills

Read blueprints

Basic installation

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA 10 or 30

Job description

Don't get struck by a lightning bolt; start an exciting and rewarding career in lightning protection! Bonded Lightning Protection Systems has an immediate opening for an Entry Level Installation Apprentice. This entry level role will be the beginning of your apprenticeship training to become a lightning protection field installation technician with the largest lightning protection contractor in the United States. Established in 1950, we are a second-generation, family-owned company dedicated to providing protection and peace of mind! This is the perfect opportunity to launch your career! We'll provide you with hands-on training plus competitive compensation and great benefits.

Job Responsibilities

This apprenticeship program is designed to allow you to develop the skills and knowledge for a stable career in a construction related field. As an Entry Level Installation Apprentice you will learn nationally recognized standards governing the lightning protection industry while receiving hands on installation training in the field. Employment for this position is based on specific project durations (2 to 10 years) but may be extended based on company growth.

Training includes

• Basic training in reading blueprints and installation drawings
• Learning how to install trenched in grounding systems
• Learning how to install cable within the building construction and on building roofs

Job Requirements

To qualify for this position, you must feel comfortable working on ladders, lifts, high rises and pitched roofs. You must also be willing to learn and follow mandatory safety requirements for our installation processes.

• Apprentice must be able to reliably commute to project location.
• Pass a criminal background check & drug screen
• Valid Driver's license and clear MVR
• Drug free and clear driving record at all times
• Minimum of 1 year lightning protection installation or general construction experience
• Experience in operating machinery (mini excavator, forklift, etc.)
• OSHA 10 or 30
• Willingness to work up to 6 days a week
• Ability to complete all company safety programs
• Ability to read and write in English
• High school diploma or GED
• 401(k)
• Paid health and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Safety training and certifications
• Membership in Local IBEW Electrical Union after 90 days