Technology Trainee

Are you looking for a growing career within the technology and installation field? Want to work with innovative professionals on integrated technology projects? 

Apply to the Technology Trainee role today with Paladin Technologies, a North American leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of IP-based Integrated Security, Audio-Visual, and Data Networking systems. We work on many projects in your community including casinos, arenas, restaurants, airports, post-secondary institutions, and more. 

Paladin Technologies believes in innovation through teamwork and creating a dedicated and professional environment where our colleagues can build on personal growth and career advancement. 

The Role

Joining the Paladin Technologies team means an opportunity to learn and grow on the job. Job shadowing Senior Technicians’ daily activities and hands-on training will be provided for this role.

We are looking for dedicated talent who are "willing to get their hands dirty" and are committed to learning industry best practices from on-site mentors. The Technology Trainee will demonstrate the ability to think outside of the box and will exhibit strong professionalism, communication, and collaboration. Coordination and communication with the Senior Technicians are critical to the success of this position.

This position may require weekend/night shifts and occasional out-of-town travel.  

As a Technology Trainee, you will gain first-hand experience working in a variety of areas such as Datacom, Audio Visual, and Security Systems.

Responsibilities

• Pulling trade-specific cabling as directed by Site Leads
• Installation of different cable support structures
• Basic installation of associated field devices to Paladin standards
• Staging materials to improve efficiency
• Clean up at the end of the day, making sure all cables are neatly coiled throughout the job site, tools clean and put away
• Keeping the job site clean
• Assist on some of our larger installations
• Travel to client sites on a required basis
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Must be bondable and able to pass a background check 
• Valid Driver’s License with clean abstract and no restrictions is preferred
• High School Diploma is required or an Associate Degree/Certificate in a related field is preferred
• Physical demands:
  • Comfortable working at heights
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds  
  • Ability to be on your feet and walking for a majority of the day
  • Lift and carry tools, ladders, hand tools, materials
  • Flexibility to work in a variety of environments, from construction sites to finished corporate offices 
• Power/Hand tool experience is preferred

Success Factors

Adaptability: Quickly adapt to deliver desired outcomes for our clients 

Accountability: Own your work from start to finish  

Service Orientation: Strive to exceed customer expectations 

Innovation: Always look for new ways to add value 

Technical knowledge: constantly build your skill set and demonstrate your abilities

Why Join Us?

• Online learning management portal available for continuous development  
• A welcome package, Personal Protective Equipment, and basic hand tools will be provided
• Extended health insurance – medical and dental
• Employee Family Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, and vacation time
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching
• Overtime, night shift premium, out-of-town per diem opportunities
• Team events throughout the year

Company Info:

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.

Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United Stated and Canada, and nearly 1,600 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 858-668-1705 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

We thank you for your application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.