Electrical Apprentice

Job DescriptionJob Description

Company Overview

Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match.

Job Summary:

The applicant will have the knowledge, skills and ability to successfully layout a site and install electrical run. This will include PVC, Rigid, EMT. Able to perform job in a timely, professional, and safely manner.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for company provided vehicle, trailer, tools, equipment and supplies
• Dig trenches or running underground electrical pipe (conduit)
• Load / unload equipment and material
• Pull wire and install electrical services
• Learn how to bend and install conduit
• Clean up at the end of the day
• Set pole and meter bases
• Set and wire in cabinets
• Set concrete foundations for cabinets
• Shoveling and raking dirt and gravel
• Pick up trash on site daily
• Take pictures of final work and provide all turnover documentation
• Must be able to climb roof tops of all types and to perform job duties from high places.
• Must be able to pull own body weight plus equipment weight up roofs and vertical tower repeatedly
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, sit, and climb ladders and communication towers and work in an elevated position
• Frequently required to use hand and power tools
• Must have the ability to climb extended heights upwards of 200 feet
• Other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Work with basic hand tools
• Ability to lift/pull heavy equipment
• Good organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
• Comfortable working outdoors in the elements while working with a great team
• Ability to climb extended heights upwards of 200 feet is a plus but not required
• Must pass a drug screening test and a criminal background check.
• Proven ability to operate excavation equipment is a plus but not a requirement
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe/acceptable driving record in compliance with company policy
• Must be comfortable in a rapidly changing environment and adapts easily to change
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborative in style
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Professionalism and ability to work with other department managers and supervisors
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to interpret reports and metrics
• Ability to use initiative and work efficiently with minimal supervision

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Job Classification:

• Field Operations: Electrical
• Non-Exempt

Work Environment/Hazards:

• Working in outdoor elements such as cold, hot, precipitation and wind
• In proximity of heavy machinery and moving vehicles
• Moderate noise level
• Use of PPE
• Working in elevated places such as towers
• Working around and with electricity

Physical Demands:

• Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day
• Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 50 pounds or more
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.

Working Hours/Days:

• Monday through Friday
• Possible weekends
• Flexible schedule
• Overtime as needed

Travel Requirements:

• 50%
• Overnight travel

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement):

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on .

Drug Free Workplace:

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.

Company DescriptionNextlink Internet uses Fixed Wireless & Fiber Optic Technology to deliver voice and data services to the under-served commercial, small business, residential, education, healthcare and public sector markets. Nextlink does not cap data usage so customers enjoy unlimited wireless Internet service.Company DescriptionNextlink Internet uses Fixed Wireless & Fiber Optic Technology to deliver voice and data services to the under-served commercial, small business, residential, education, healthcare and public sector markets. Nextlink does not cap data usage so customers enjoy unlimited wireless Internet service.