Apprentice Technician

Position summary

The Apprentice Technician supports the installation and service of structured cabling, fiber, audiovisual, network, and other low-voltage systems while learning field standards, tools, methods, and documentation requirements. Apprentices work under the direction of the on-site Experienced Technician or Site Lead, who assigns tasks, verifies completion, and provides day-to-day guidance and mentoring.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with installation, cable pulling, device mounting, terminations, labeling, cleanup, and other assigned field tasks.

• Learn to read drawings, prints, and schematics and apply them to daily installation activities.

• Follow instructions from the on-site Experienced Technician or Site Lead and complete assigned tasks safely and accurately.

• Use proper tools, materials, and installation methods in accordance with company standards and project requirements.

• Maintain organized work areas and support the crew with material handling, staging, and preparation.

• Participate in testing, documentation, and closeout activities as directed.

• Upload required progress photos and end-of-day notes through the company CRM.

Work location and reporting

• This is a field-based role reporting directly to the assigned jobsite rather than to a company office.

• There is no daily base-office muster and no group travel from a base location.

• Apprentices report individually to the designated jobsite check-in point, typically the main entrance.

• Daily assignments and work orders are issued and tracked through the internal CRM.

• Apprentices work under the direction of the on-site Experienced Technician or Site Lead, who assigns and verifies their tasks.

Required certifications and qualifications

Certifications earned through the program

Preferred qualifications

• Prior exposure to construction, low-voltage, electrical, telecom, or related technical work.

• Familiarity with basic hand tools, jobsite safety practices, or blueprint reading.

• Comfort using mobile tools or software to upload photos and daily notes.

Physical and work requirements

• Ability to work on active construction sites and in commercial field environments.

• Ability to lift, carry, and move tools, materials, and equipment consistent with apprentice-level field work.

• Ability to stand, bend, climb ladders, and work overhead for extended periods as needed.