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

Requirement

Standard / Reference

Notes

OSHA 10-Hour Construction

OSHA 29 CFR 1926

At hire or within onboarding

Scissor Lift Operator Certification

ANSI A92.24; OSHA 1926.453

Before elevated lift work

Boom Lift Operator Certification

ANSI A92.24; OSHA 1926.453

Before elevated lift work

Fall Protection Awareness

OSHA 1926.501; ANSI Z359

Before at-height work

Valid driver's license

State-issued

If operating company vehicles

Reliable transportation

Not specified

At hire; reports directly to site

Background check and drug screen

Per CIS policy

Conditional to hire

Certifications earned through the program

Credential

Category

Program stage

BICSI Installer 1 (INST1)

Structured cabling

Apprentice II

Manufacturer installer certification

Panduit, Leviton, Siemon, Corning, CommScope

Apprentice II-III

Fiber optic installation / termination

Fiber

Apprentice III

BICSI Installer 2 (INST2)

Structured cabling

Apprentice III

First Aid / CPR

Safety

As scheduled

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.

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