Installation Apprentice

Company: Automated Gate Services, Inc.
Location: Inglewood
Posted on: March 12, 2023

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Installation Apprentice will work closely with the foreman, aiding during new installations, service work, and preventative maintenance. The Installation Apprentice will learn various areas of Gate and Systems installation, including new installations, repairs, preventative maintenance, estimate order quantities, and welding.

Essential Duties and Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Assists in the installation and service of all makes and models of gate operators, telephone entry systems, card readers, gate hardware and access control - related equipment.
Trench/excavate and lay conduit.
Assist in pulling and connecting electrical wire (both current carrying and data).
Assist in saw cutting asphalt/concrete drives and curbs, and seal saw cuts.
Mix and finish concrete.
Assist in welding, install plated angle iron track, hang new and existing gates, and straighten bent gates.
Troubleshoot and diagnose failed access control equipment in the field.
Assist in the installation of new access control equipment.
Safely works with low voltage, 110-volt single phase up to and including 480-volt three phase circuits, wiring and electrical panels.
Learn to program Telephone Entry Systems, Keypads, and card readers.
Document jobsite progress by taking pictures before and after work and uploading them into ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Job Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time without notice.

What's In It for You

A dynamic and growth-oriented environment where ideas and change are welcome (and needed).
Top-of-the-line industry pay with annual reviews of performance and compensation.
Medical Coverage paid at 100% for the employee with both UHC and Kaiser options. Family coverage also available.
Dental, Vision, and other supplemental Insurance options.
Retirement 401(k) through Vanguard with a 75% blended match on the first 5% contributed.

Required Education and Experience

Previous electrical training or certification or 1 year of electrical experience.
Previous welding experience highly preferred.
Some knowledge of gates, doors, or system automation.

Additional Qualifications

Excellent documentation and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Communicate easily and confidently with customers, Foreman, Project/Service Manager, Owners, employees, vendors and sub-contractors.
Able to take directions from Foreman and work well with Project/Service Manager and others.
Able to follow GPS routing system
Able to lift, push, pull 70 pounds.
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test, medical fit for duty examination, and continued random drug testing.
Maintain a Valid and unrestricted CA driver's license and an insurable driving record.
Follows company driving policy and has a safe driving record.

Work Environment

The physical environment for this position includes construction sites, warehouses, and outdoor customer locations. Frequently required to use and promote use of personal protective equipment to prevent injury.

Travel Required

Frequent day travel to and from job sites, vendor locations, and offices.%2749637% %%install%%

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