ELECTRICAL AND DATA APPRENTICE WANTED Managed Solutions is an Ipswich-based Technology Company with over 50 staff - and we provide a wide range of services including electrical, voice, data, and security cabling and systems. We currently have opportunities for people interested in a career in electrical and data to join our growing team. Our core business is based in Ipswich with our focus on small business and commercial customers primarily from Toowoomba to the Gold Coast and Brisbane city. We pride ourselves on our friendly, reliable & efficient customer service which has generated our excellent reputation in the industry as both a great place to work and a provider of great service - a reputation that we have developed over more than 25 years. WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? The ideal person must have an interest in electrical and technology, and must be practical and keen for a hands-on approach to work. You will be supervised by a qualified electrician/technician and will form part of the infrastructure team who will train you in the relevant fields: Installation and termination of communications, data, and security cabling and wiring/connection to the relevant systems Diagnosing and Fault Finding using multi-meters, cable tracing tools, and data testing equipment Electrical installations As our ideal candidate, you will need to: be comfortable with heights and working in ceiling spaces, have basic skills using hand tools eg. screwdrivers, pliers and battery drills. have an aptitude and commitment to wanting to learn and develop skills You should be clean, well-presented, and able to communicate and speak clearly. Our relationship with our customers is based on our customer service focus and we build strong relationships with customers and each other. We expect you would be proud of the work you produce, you are clean and tidy on the job, and have a problem-solving attitude to your work. You will be comfortable using computers and tablet devices – our systems are all online, and many of the technologies that you will help install are computer-related. You are energetic, safety-focused, and have a happy and positive attitude. We view this as a permanent full-time position. ABOUT THE ROLE: In addition to your normal work function, you would be required to keep tools, workshop spaces, and vehicles in good order. The working days are Monday-Friday. You may be required to work slightly longer days on occasion to get the job done with time off in lieu (TOIL) or penalty rates for any overtime. We very rarely do weekend work but occasionally it may be necessary. YOU MUST: have a Driver's License - manual preferred obtain a Police Check and Blue Card have or obtain a Construction White Card be able to read fluently, write legibly and comfortably use a computer Manage stock of a vehicle Ability to work autonomously, on your own initiative, and productively in a team environment ABOUT US: We enjoy being a business that offers our customers multi-services; we like to provide great solutions to their problems with a proactive 'can-do' attitude. We like to stay up to date with the emerging technologies of our industry and offer those to our customers. We cover the following areas of work within the Infrastructure Team: Commercial Installation, Maintenance & Repairs covering electrical and data Domestic Maintenance & Repairs (minimal) Periodic Testing (RCDs, Emergency Lights, Test Tagging) Switchboard & Meter Box Upgrades Split System Air Conditioning Installation Infrastructure Installation for: Structured CAT6/CAT6A Data Cabling Optical Fibre Audio Visual - MATV, Distributed Audio and Paging Systems Security Cabling - Access Control, Alarms and CCTV WHAT WE OFFER YOU: We believe we offer excellent working conditions and a competitive pay rate – based on your experience and what you can bring to us. Relevant manufacturer-based training on the products/hardware we install Ongoing training and support And we include free lunches every day! And we are ready to hire so don't wait - please send us your resume and details of your experience by applying now!
