Denver’s expansion in recent years has provided great job opportunities for skilled workers in trades like electrical, structured cabling, security and fire alarm, A/V, and HVAC Controls. Recently Outsource has a lot of growth in the Low Voltage job market and we’re expecting an expanding market in Denver, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs with the help of the Outsource Training Program.
Training Skilled Trades
Heading into 2022, the skilled labor shortage is the biggest obstacle to projects completing on time and on budget, so the Outsource Training program was implemented to build a larger skilled labor force to fill open Cabling jobs, Security and Fire Alarm jobs, A/V jobs, or HVAC Controls jobs all around Colorado. Most of the companies looking for skilled labor help are now opening their doors to entry-level candidates due to the shortage.
Job Growth for Electrical and Low Voltage Industry
New construction and tenant improvements are the main forces of job growth for the Electrical and Low Voltage trades. Investments within Education, Healthcare, Real Estate, and Infrastructure are funding notable projects such as the Rocky Mountain Hyperloop, Commuter Rail, and Tunnels throughout Colorado. These projects allow for continued job growth for Electricians and Low Voltage technicians along the Front Range.
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The Austin market is experiencing extremely rapid growth and is now the #1 destination for commercial real estate investment. Considered a “Boom Town”, with tech giants like Tesla, Oracle, Dell, IBM and Samsung all establishing headquarters and large campuses there, the area has become a desirable landing spot for individuals and families alike due to relative to the number of construction permits, employee pay rates, and cost of living.
Skilled Labor in Need
The cities expansion is happening all over town with large projects like Tesla and Oracle in the South and IBM in the North. The tech boom and large commercial building expansion has provided ample opportunity for workers in skilled trades including Electrical, Structured Cabling, Security and Fire Alarm, A/V, and HVAC Controls. The skilled labor shortage is the biggest obstacle to projects being completed. Most of the companies looking for skilled labor help, are now opening their doors to entry-level candidates due to the shortage. With this also comes higher entry-level pay wages and increased opportunity for experienced workers who want to climb the ladder fast.
Job Opportunities for Electricians and Low Voltage Technicians
With tech expansion driving the economy, growth is the continued theme for the Austin market for years to come. This growth is presenting a wide variety of job opportunities in construction, namely jobs for Apprentice Electricians and Journeyman Electricians as well as Low Voltage trades, like Structured Cable Technicians, Data Center Technicians, Security and Fire Alarm Technicians, and Low Voltage Installers.
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Serving the Phoenix area since 2003, Outsource has been a source for Electricians and Low Voltage technicians to find work and we’re expecting to serve the Phoenix community as it expands. Electrical and Low Voltage jobs in Phoenix are both in demand, however lately Low Voltage work is in higher demand.
Job Opportunities for Electricians and Low Voltage trades
Heading into the 2022, growth in the Phoenix area will be driven mainly by new construction projects including multi-dwelling units, healthcare and hospitality facilities, casinos and data centers throughout the Valley and surrounding cities.
All of this new development is presenting a wide variety of career opportunities in construction, namely jobs for Electricians (both Apprentice and Journeyman) as well as Low Voltage trades, like Structured Cable Technicians, Data Center Technicians, Security and Fire Alarm Technicians, and Low Voltage Installers.
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North Carolina offers plenty of job opportunities for Electrical and Low Voltage trades. Mostly driven by industry demand, Charlotte and Raleigh each are showing growth, which increases the need for construction and tenant improvement projects.
New Projects in Charlotte
Charlotte’s growth spanning south to Greenville is creating new job opportunities in projects for major banks, universities, call and fulfillment centers, and airports, with a focus on Industrial Electrical jobs. This growth will benefit Apprentice and Journeymen Electricians around Charlotte looking for work.
Raleigh’s Bringing in New Jobs
New Pharmaceutical construction projects are a big focus currently in Raleigh bringing in new jobs for Electricians and Low Voltage trades, like Structured Cable Technicians, Security Alarm Technicians, Fire Alarm Technicians, and Low Voltage Installers.
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Nashville has seen tremendous growth over last five years with no end in sight. The growing demand in the Music City is creating job opportunities for the Electrical and Low Voltage trades throughout Tennessee. The career opportunities here are well in all our core competencies of structured cabling, integration, and electrical jobs.
Growing at Record Pace
As Nashville expands northward, spanning middle Tennessee and up to Bowling Green KY, the demand for construction is growing at record pace with many different types of projects. We’ve seen an uptick in projects in Commercial office spaces, Data Centers, High rise buildings, hospitals, local schools and universities.
Variety of Opportunities
All of this development is presenting a wide variety of career opportunities in construction, namely jobs for Electricians and Low Voltage trades, like Structured Cable Technicians, Data Center Technicians, Fire Alarm Technicians, and Low Voltage Installers.
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The Atlanta market has become one of the more desirable places to live and work over the last 5 years of better. This desire to be in Atlanta goes for individuals and families, as well as large corporations. There are several reasons as to why, but the importance of this from Outsource and the skilled trades standpoint is the abundance of new construction going on in and around Metro Atlanta and the state of Georgia as a whole. Mixed use and high-rise luxury living space, Data Centers, Large Corporation, Healthcare, and Distribution are some the biggest drivers in the commercial construction space in Atlanta.
Hot Spot for Major Construction
New Data Centers from Facebook, Microsoft, Google and QTS are being built and expanding here in Atlanta as we speak. These data centers are providing hundreds and even thousands of jobs for Electrical and Low Voltage Technicians, to include Cable Technicians, Security Technicians, Fire Alarm and BAS Controls Technicians. Companies like Home Depot, Coca-Cola, UPS, Chick Fil A, NCR, and Delta Airlines are all headquartered here in Atlanta. Being a major distribution hub, Atlanta has been a hot spot for major construction in the distribution and warehousing space. Amazon especially, amongst others have provided hundreds of Electrical, Cabling, Security, Fire Alarm and Controls career opportunities over the last 2-3 years, as they are constantly building new distribution facilities throughout the state of Georgia with no end in sight.
Jobs for Electricians and Low Voltage Technicians
Notable projects are kicking off or expanding in 2022 and will provide thousands of job opportunities for Apprentice Electricians, Journeyman Electricians, Cable Technicians and Low Voltage installers in Atlanta. In Social Circle, Facebook’s Data Center’s first phase broke in 2018 and they are adding 3 buildings totaling 1.5 million square feet beginning in 2022. The Children’s Hospital of Atlanta, a 446-bed hospital, is planned to be 19 stories tall and is scheduled to open in 2025. A $5 billion Rivian EV plant, 1 hour East of Atlanta to start breaking ground in 2022, with a plan to begin production in 2024. Another $5 billion redevelopment of Centennial Yards (The Gulch) which will include constructing residential, office, retail, dining, and entertainment space will begin in 2022.
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Low Voltage Technician
A global pandemic means times are uncertain, stressful and even a bit frightening. While the COVID-19 outbreak has not only caused a health crisis it has also caused an economic crisis as well. In a matter of weeks, millions of people found themselves suddenly out of work; and millions more still are left uncertain about whether their companies will last through this crisis. Conducting a job search during these uncertain times can feel like an overwhelming task, but it doesn’t have to be.
While the numbers are bleak and you are probably anxious, there is good news. Companies across the country are hiring right now and many companies still have long-term plans to hire throughout the year. Meaning, the best thing for you to do right now is to continue your job search, despite your anxiety. Follow these tips to keep your job search on track through COVID-19.
Remember, This is Temporary
While no one knows how long this will last, the one thing they can say for certain is that this is temporary. It will end one day and the economy will open back up. The people who kept their nose to the grindstone and kept up their job search throughout the downtime are the ones that will rise up and go the farthest when things get back to something resembling normalcy.
Search Every Day
If you have already lost your job or you are in danger of losing your job, make sure you are doing search-related activities for a few hours every single day. You don’t need to spend eight hours a day searching for jobs as this can be daunting, but you should do a few hours, at least. Then, spend time decompressing with your family, taking a walk outside and looking for silver linings where you can find them.
Be Smart, Be Safe
Many employers are making use of video chats for interviews so make sure you’re comfortable with this technology and how it works. While many are opting for video interviews, some are still holding in-person interviews. If you do meet with an employer in-person, make sure to maintain at least 6 feet of distance, do not shake hands, try to avoid touching metal or glass surfaces, and wash your hands/use hand sanitizer. Not following these guidelines could result in your job search getting cut short.
Be Reachable
Now is not the time to screen calls. If a potential employer can’t reach you, they will move on to someone else as many people are searching for jobs right now. Make sure to check your email throughout the day and respond to any potential employer’s outreach within 24 hours. Keep your phone on you at all times and answer calls from unknown numbers. If you don’t feel comfortable answering every call, make sure that your voicemail is set up as many employers will leave a voicemail. Remember to return these calls promptly so you do not miss out.
Be Reliable
Even being a few seconds late to a phone or video interview can cost you a job right now. Verify that you have the date and time correct and test links to video chats at least an hour before the meeting and notify the employer if there is a problem. Finally, just as you would arrive early to an interview, sign in or dial in at least 10 minutes early – unless you are specifically instructed otherwise.
Insist on Quiet
If you have a family sharing one space, it can be difficult to find quiet for an interview. Luckily, many of us in the job search are in the same boat and employers will understand if a child comes bursting in the room during an interview, but finding a quiet place to hold the interview so that you can concentrate and put your best foot forward. Send your family on a walk or bike ride, or if you can’t find quiet, sit in your car. Ensure that your background is somewhat professional and be aware of what photos and posters may be visible behind you.
Use Your Downtime Wisely
If you have lost your job, it’s important to keep busy. Being in isolation in addition to being unemployed can be a recipe for depression. Just as you block off time every day to search for jobs, block off time to learn a new skill or hone an existing one. There are a myriad of free resources online and many formerly-paid programs are being offered for free as people are struggling with the economic impact of COVID-19. Learning something new will not only pass the time in a constructive way, but it will also help you enhance your resume.
Be Visible On Social Media
Social distancing is a great excuse to forego in-person networking for social networking. So get visible on LinkedIn by participating in groups and getting in touch with contacts you haven’t spoken with in a while. This is also a great time to make professional Facebook and Twitter profiles to share industry-related posts and information.
Work With A Staffing Firm
A job search can be incredibly overwhelming at any time, let alone in these uncertain and stressful times. Working with a staffing firm can help ease your stress while also increasing the chances of finding a good job. If you are looking for a job, please browse Outsource’s open jobs and apply online today or contact our team to learn more about the ways we can help you get working.
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Cable technicians are responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of residential and commercial voice and data cables. They could be servicing feeder lines that deliver cable access to several homes or working with drop lines that allow access for only one home.
You’re thinking about a career as
a cable technician, but you would like to know more about what the job entails.
Well, if you’re already leaning in that direction, here are a few essential
facts that should help to confirm your decision:
Even though cable television and internet equipment have
already been installed in most major residential areas, job growth for line
installers and repairers, which includes cable technicians, is expected to be
at 8% from 2016-2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The median annual wage for cable installers was $38,780
as of March 2019.
Some of the skills needed to become a cable technician
will help to prepare you for jobs in other areas.
Now that you know some of the
advantages of the career, this should lead to your next question:
What do cable technicians do?
Cable technicians are responsible
for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of residential
and commercial voice and data cables. They could be servicing feeder lines that
deliver cable access to several homes or working with drop lines that allow
access for only one home.
Cable technicians in the advanced
stages of their career often work on trunk lines, which are the main lines for
an entire service area. Other duties for cable technicians might include laying
ground cable, inspecting cable lines, repairing poles and towers, and driving
work vehicles to the various job sites.
What are the typical requirements and
qualifications for the position?
Cable technicians should have a
high level of manual dexterity. A strong background in math and science is
recommended. They need to be excellent communicators and should be able to
solve most problems without supervision.
Here is a
list of requirements from a recent job posting:
High school
diploma or equivalent
Valid
driver’s license with a clean driving history
Communication
skills that allow for successful collaboration with other members of the team
Solid
problem-solving capabilities
Commitment to
abide by OSHA and all other safety standards and procedures
Ability to
identify different colors and learn color codes
Ability to
work at heights and lift 50+ pounds
Knowledge of
industry-standard cable specifications
Organized,
reliable, and driven
Please note: The
ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality service and
excited by complex problems and challenges.
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this look like your kind of job?
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If you’re considering a career as an electrician, you need to understand that a ladder will be included in many of your workdays. If you’re already in the trade, it’s almost a sure thing that you’ll agree.
If
you’re considering a career as an electrician, you need to understand that a
ladder will be included in many of your workdays. If you’re already in the
trade, it’s almost a sure thing that you’ll agree.
Ladders
are as much a part of an electrician as a stethoscope is of a doctor. The
difference is that when ladders are misused, it can lead to a fall that may
cause a fatality or a serious injury.
Even if you are an experienced ladder user, it can’t hurt to re-visit some of the best practices for using them safely. If you’re just starting your career, take these suggestions seriously and learn how to be safe when you are several or more feet above the ground:
Read the labels and markings on the ladder
Note
the ladder’s load rating and don’t exceed it with the weight it will be
supporting, which should include any tools or equipment. Inspect the ladder
before using it, and take it out of service if it’s damaged. Ensure that the
ladder is free of any slippery material on the rungs or steps.
Use ladders and their accessories–ladder levelers, jacks, or hooks–for their designed purposes. Don’t use a step ladder as a single ladder or in a partially closed position. Be sure that all locks on an extension ladder are engaged before you get on it.
Use a ladder on level and stable surfaces only
Unless
it has been secured at the top or bottom, use a ladder only on a firm and level
surface. Never place a ladder in any area where other work activities could
displace it unless it is secured or protected by a barrier to keep traffic away
from it.
Never place a ladder on boxes, barrels, or any other unstable base to get additional height. And don’t shift or move a ladder while a person or equipment is on it.
Do not use the top step or rung of a ladder
Stay
off the top step or rung of any ladder unless it was designed for that purpose.
Always maintain a 3-point contact (two hands and a foot, or two feet and a
hand) on the ladder while climbing. Also, keep your body near the middle of the
step and face the ladder.
If you’re using an extension or straight ladder to access an elevated surface, it must extend at least three feet above the point of support. The proper angle for setting up an extension ladder is to place its base a quarter of the working length of the ladder from the wall or vertical surface. Stay off the three top rungs of the ladder.
Watch out for electrical hazards
Check
for overhead power lines before setting up a ladder. Never use a metal ladder
near power lines or any exposed energized electrical equipment.
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Communication is an essential factor in every aspect of your business, especially as it pertains to safety. The best safety plan will not be effective unless every worker knows what it is and understands it.
Communication is an essential factor in every aspect of
your business, especially as it pertains to safety. The best safety plan will
not be effective unless every worker knows what it is and understands it. Since
employee safety is likely to be your top priority for many reasons, it makes
sense to communicate your plans and policies to them. Here are some ideas for
doing that:
Send a newsletter: You can do this in an email or through the regular mail
to their home address. You could also save a stamp and include it with their
paystub. Whichever you choose, you should probably send it out at least monthly
to keep safety fresh in your workers’ minds.
Hang posters throughout the
work areas: Place
safety-awareness signs wherever employees tend to gather: at the timeclock, in
their break rooms, near the machinery, and outside restrooms. Videos also make
a memorable impression.
Conduct training sessions: Giving your people the proper safety training equips
them to deal with potential hazards. It sends them a message that your company
makes safety a priority. The sooner safety becomes part of your company’s
culture, the better it will be at preventing workplace accidents.
Hold regular safety meetings: Confine these mandatory meetings to smaller groups
and short durations. Be sure to hold them regularly to make sure everyone is on
board with the organization’s safety standards.
Provide them with the best
safety equipment: Cheap
hardhats and safety glasses send a message that safety isn’t your top priority.
You can emphasize safety by buying quality gear that
will be comfortable for your people to wear and will give them maximum
protection.
Point out individual acts of safety: Take action photos of your workers in
the middle of safe acts and use them as a training tool. Include these pictures
in emails and newsletters, or post them on the bulletin board for all to see.
Include safety in employee
reviews: Employees who are working in an unsafe manner
should be told about it during their next performance review. Conversely, those
workers who are adhering to the safety standards should receive a reward.
Conduct routine safety
inspections: Supervisors
should be always on the lookout for unsafe acts and doing regular safety
checks. Every employee must be held accountable for following the safety
standards, and those who don’t must be warned first and then sent home if the
behavior continues.
Safety comment cards: Encourage your employees to report potential safety
hazards by providing them with safety comment cards. You could also make the
cards available on the company’s Intranet.
These suggestions
should help your company establish a consistent safety message and increase
safety awareness in your business. These tips are not hard to follow or
implement, and putting them in place will result in you having a safer work
environment for all your people.
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