Outdoor Network Technician Apprentice

DigitalPath

  • Chico, California
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Our facilities include an on-site cafeteria with daily lunches, company lunches/parties, and a dedicated game room for employees to rest and relax. Experience being active outdoors with a desire to work in all types of weather, including extreme heat and cold.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChico, California

    Description

    A Successful Candidate will have:

    • High School Diploma or equivalent.
    • No fear of heights, driving, or flying.
    • 5 years of driving experience (3 years may be considered with the right combination of experience).
    • Must be insurable under our company policies with a clean driving record (no more than 1 point, no DUI’s, and no at-fault accidents).
    • Experience driving in inclement weather (trailer experience a plus).
    • Experience being active outdoors with a desire to work in all types of weather, including extreme heat and cold.
    • Punctual attendance – must have reliable transportation and be able to regularly show up on time.
    • Must maintain a maximum weight of 250 lbs. or less for proper fit and use of climbing gear and necessary safety equipment.
    • Capability of communicating clearly and effectively verbally and in writing, including use of electronic communications.
    • Must be able to work with a sense of urgency on a consistent basis.
    • Experience using various hand/power tools.
    • Basic networking knowledge/experience - IP Addresses, Routers, Gateways, DNS, etc.
    • Must be able to accurately understand and follow monochrome and full-color schematics and wiring diagrams.
    • Willingness and ability to grasp new physical and technical skills quickly.
    • Ability to remain well-organized in an outdoor non-office environment.
    • Ability to pivot quickly between team and independent work requirements based on the task at hand.
    • Ability to work at heights for several hours.
    • Ability to read and follow simple plans, diagrams, and schematics (color and monochrome).
    • Ability to work overtime and out of town as necessary.
    • Ability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule.

    Physical requirements: 

    • Lift up to 58 lbs. from ground level to above head level.
    • Frequently sitting(driving) and walking (up to 6 hours at a time).
    • Bend, stoop, kneel for 25-35 minutes at a time.
    • Stand, bend, and twist (neck & waist), climb, kneel, squat constantly throughout the day.
    • Able to accurately understand and distinguish between varying colors and shades of colors.
    • Frequent to constant use of both hands, including fine manipulation and keyboarding.
    • Grasping (simple & power), pushing and pulling with both hands.
    • Able to climb and work on towers and other structures up to 300' for extended periods of time while utilizing fall protection systems.
    • Frequent to constant reaching, both above and below shoulder level.

    Benefits and Compensation information

    We typically hire at $25 with a skills-based assessment within the first 3-6 months. Starting compensation range is $25.00 to $27.00 per hour for a new technician. Hiring pay above $25/hr. may require qualification with additional skills evaluations. 

    DigitalPath offers a comprehensive benefits program to all eligible employees. Benefits include:

    • Health and Dental group insurance,
    • Life Insurance,
    • Vision reimbursement program,
    • Free Residential Internet Service (if you reside in the coverage area),
    • 401k - currently 4% employer match,
    • Vacation, Holiday, and Sick pay,
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
    • Medical benefits available on the 1st of month after your start date.
    • Our facilities include an on-site cafeteria with daily lunches, company lunches/parties, and a dedicated game room for employees to rest and relax.

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