Outsource Celebrates 25th Anniversary

 

Delivering Outstanding Service

Outsource is proud to announce the company is celebrating its 25th anniversary delivering outstanding service in the Low-Voltage and Electrical space. Outsource has elevated hundreds of clients by delivering on-demand wiring installers and highly skilled technicians across the United States.

Humble Beginnings

Outsource was founded in 1998 by our CEO, John Lowell, who started the company out of his apartment in Hermosa Beach, CA. He grew the business from home for two years before opening the first office in El Segundo, CA, where the company has been headquartered ever since.

20 U.S. locations

Three of the people to first join John in the Outsource adventure are still with the company today: Vice President of Sales Shawn Dale, Director of Low Voltage Chris Hubbard, and Outsource President Steve Ebenhack.  By establishing an organization with a culture dedicated to developing talent and promoting from within, they serve as prime examples of how Outsource is a company dedicated to providing opportunities to its employees and rewarding results. This is how Outsource has established itself as the foremost provider of skilled labor for the low voltage and electrical industries with 20 locations across the country.

Expanding Specialization

As Outsource expands into new markets, it continues to stay focused on specialized verticals while exploring ancillary staffing niches.  Staying committed to making its own talent Outsource has opened training centers in all locations for individuals looking to start a career in the low voltage and electrical industries. According to John, this remains a key component to the company’s future growth. “Our vision is to tackle the nationwide labor shortage head-on by making our own field talent in our training centers.”

Prepared to Staff

Outsource specializes in quick and reliable on-demand labor and highly skilled technicians. We support a wide range of blue-collar industries including: low-voltage, electrical, fire alarm, security and controls. With 20 U.S locations across the country, we can staff any project in the nation.

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Outsource Opens Second Location in Florida

 

Outsource is pleased to celebrate the September 20, 2022 opening of our new office in Miramar, Florida. It is our second office in Florida (along with Tampa), and the company’s 22nd location nationwide.

Tri-County Coverage

The office will serve the tri-county region of southern Florida, from Miami to West Palm Beach and handles both low voltage and electrical verticals.

The South Florida office is led by Stephen Pelaez, who has been with Outsource for five years and brings a wealth of experience and established contacts in the region from his previous position working in our Tampa office. Stephen will be joined by Joe Marchesano, who will serve as the location’s Sourcer, and the two are ready to take advantage of the area’s booming economy and rapid expansion.

Dedicated Training Space

The new location will also have a dedicated training space that is expected to be operating by Q1 of 2023. The location will train low voltage cabling and electrical technicians to create a viable talent pool of skilled talent to meet the high demands of the rapidly growing market. Our specialized training is perfect for those looking to transition into a skilled trade and we also offer the OSHA 10 course that covers job safety, health, as well as job site etiquette.

Tool Set for Trainees

Training at the Miramar office is not only free, but Outsource will also pay you for your time upon successful completion of the course. Trainees will also leave with a complete set of tools, including a tool pouch, a punch down tool, a multibit screwdriver, snips, sharpie, electrical tape, and PPE (hard hat, safety gloves, safety glasses, and safety vest).

Next Day Staffing

Stephen and Joe will provide the same level of service and talent that our clients have come to expect from Outsource. We offer same day account set up, our work is guaranteed on every placement, and we deliver on demand as early as the next day.

For more information about the South Florida location visit Outsource.net or contact Stephen Pelaez at 813.321.4088.

Outsource is a temporary staffing company specializing in quick and reliable on-demand labor and highly skilled technicians. We support a wide range of blue-collar industries including: low-voltage, electrical, fire alarm, security and controls. The company employs over 2000 technicians weekly on jobsites across the continental U.S. and many of our technicians go on to permanent placement opportunities. Outsource works with the leading national system integrators and major electrical contractors in the United States and, with 22 U.S locations, we can staff any project in the nation.

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Outsource Continues To Grow With New Charlotte Office

 

Outsource is pleased to announce the June 1, 2022 opening of our Charlotte office, the company’s 18th location nationwide.

Charlotte’s Booming Economy

The office is led by Shelby Singer, who has been with Outsource for over five (5) years, working in Sales & Account Management in San Diego. She takes on the new adventure with her fiancé and their dog, Mila. With the move to Charlotte, we will be perfectly placed to take advantage of the city’s booming economy and rapid expansion. The city is one of the country’s major banking hubs and offers easy access to North and South Carolina. The office will serve both low voltage and electrical verticals.

Dedicated Training Space

The new location is complete with dedicated training space and we are already looking to hire a Recruiter by the end of June to focus exclusively on the Charlotte market. Until then, Nashville’s Branch Leader Garret Godwin will be serving as Shelby’s right-hand man and processing orders for Charlotte.

Growing Talent Pool of Technicians

The location will train low voltage cabling and electrical technicians to create a viable talent pool of skilled talent to meet the high demands of the rapidly growing market. Out specialized training is perfect for those looking to transition into a skilled trade. All trainees are also provided with an OSHA 10 course that covers jobsite health and safety

Free Training Provided

Training is provided free of charge and all trainees are paid for every hour that they spend in the program. Trainees will also leave with a complete set of tools, including a tool pouch, a punch down tool, a multibit screwdriver, snips, sharpie, electrical tape, and PPE (hard hat, safety gloves, safety glasses, and safety vest).

Same Day Account Set Up

Charlotte will provide the same level of service and talent that our clients have come to expect from Outsource. We offer same day account set up, our work is guaranteed on every placement, and we deliver on demand as early as the next day.

For more information about the Charlotte location visit Outsource.net or contact Shelby Singer at 704-909-6611, shelby@outsource.net.

Outsource is a temporary staffing company specializing in the placement of Low Voltage & Electrical talent. The company employs over 2000 technicians weekly on jobsites across the continental U.S. Outsource works with the leading national system integrators and major electrical contractors in the United States and many of our technicians go on to permanent placement opportunities.

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Outsource Nashville Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

 

Outsource recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of the opening of out Nashville office, the company’s 16th location nationwide, and one of the most successful startup branches the company has ever produced.

Growing New Partnerships

Managed by Garrett Godwin with Recruiting headed by Marie Fuchigami, who bring over 14 years’ worth of experience between them, the office has outperformed all expectations thanks to the team’s ability to build and grow new partnerships, strengthening existing relationships, and through the acquisition of new talent. We are currently looking to hire a Recruiter to focus exclusively on the Nashville market and handle all of Outsource’s core competencies and main verticals.

Deep Talent Pool of Technicians

Additionally, the Nashville office’s training capabilities have created a deep local talent pool of technicians that allows us to supply OSHA certified, entry-level low-voltage installers to our clients in the Nashville market and around the country. It’s one of the major strengths that separates Outsource from the competition

Hire Talent for Tomorrow

Nashville will provide the same level of service and talent that our clients have come to expect from Outsource. We offer same day account set up, our work is guaranteed on every placement, and we deliver on demand as early as the next day.

For more information about the Nashville location, or the Recruiter position currently open, visit our Careers Page or contact Garrett Godwin at 615-649-0524.

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Construction Projects in Florida are Creating Jobs For Electricians And Technicians

 

The state of Florida isn’t just your vacation destination anymore. It has become one of the most sought-after places to move since 2020 with over a million individuals and families relocating. Huge driving factors are construction projects in Education, Transportation, Industrial, Technology and Entertainment sectors. About 1,000 people per day are flocking to the Sunshine state for better opportunities.

Infrastructure and Transportation Projects

Large projects are a key component to the market’s growth with some already under construction and or ready to break ground in 2022. In the Infrastructure sector is booming with maritime projects at the Port of Clearwater, Port of Tampa, Port St. Lucie, Port of Charlotte, Port of Jacksonville, and Port of Miami. Airport projects are also taking off in Tampa, Orlando, Ft. Lauderdale, and Miami. The Space Aviation sector also seeing growth with NASA and SpaceX both on the East Coast. Rail Transportation is also contributing with the Sunrail project connecting Melbourne, Daytona, and Orlando via high-speed train.

Healthcare and Entertainment Projects

Other industries like Healthcare are breaking ground in 2022 for medical facilities funded by BayCare, Moffitt, and Advent Health. Entertainment and Tourism have been a staple for the Florida economy for decades yet still seeing growth with Disney, Universal, and Legoland parks all with current projects to be completed by 2024.

Jobs for Electricians and Low Voltage Trades

All this activity 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, Audio Visual Technicians, RF and DAS Technicians, Security and Fire Alarm Technicians, and Low Voltage Installers.

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What to Expect with a Cable Technician Position

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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Why Is the OSHA-10 Training So Important?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was founded in 1971, and during those 48 years, it has helped reduce workplace fatalities by 66%

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was founded in 1971, and during those 48 years, it has helped reduce workplace fatalities by 66%. Because of its training and safety requirements, it has been responsible for saving thousands of lives. 

Since construction workers have a fatality rate that’s larger than other industries, and since many skilled electrical workers end up in the construction industry, OSHA-10 training takes on added significance.

OSHA has identified four hazards in the construction industry that cause almost 80% of the worksite fatalities. They include the following hazards:

  • Falls: The deadliest of the dangers, falls account for 34% of all deaths.
  • Caught in or between: Caught-in or between injuries occur when a worker is squeezed, caught, crushed, compressed, or pinched between parts of an object or several objects.
  • Struck-by: This category includes all fatalities resulting from flying objects and those that move, fall, roll, and then strike a worker.
  • Electrocution:  Training for electrical hazards focuses on de-energizing circuits and then ensuring that no charge remains.

Why choose the OSHA 10 course?

Some business owners and managers initially question the effectiveness of a 10-hour course. Even though it’s short, the OSHA-10 program covers a variety of topics taught by industry experts and customized to fit your employees’ needs.

For example, if you send workers from the electrical industry, the instructors might focus on lockout/tagout training or provide instruction on arc flash prevention. The training has the added benefit of making your workers proactive in asking supervisors about safety practices before performing a hazardous task.

The OSHA 10-hour safety course helps workers identify, avoid, and correct on-the-job hazards. They learn to prevent electrical dangers they might not have known existed. The program is an affordable way toward a company culture of workplace safety.

What are some of the areas the training covers?

Of course, the training covers the four hazards that were touched upon earlier, including fall prevention, electrocution, struck-by, and caught-in, plus personal protective equipment, hazardous materials, electrical and chemical safety, and machine safety.

Because there is a reduction in workplace accidents from the OSHA-10 program, workers, businesses, and taxpayers save money.

The OSHA-10 certification is available through Outsource.

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Build Your Skilled Trades Career with Structured Cable Training Courses

In case you weren’t aware, there are a variety of ways to make it into the electrical trade. One of the approaches that we here at Outsource recommend is through our Field Employee Training Program.

In case you weren’t aware, there are a variety of ways to make it into the electrical trade. One of the approaches that we here at Outsource recommend is through our Field Employee Training Program. The program has provided quality entry-level, low-voltage installers to our clients around the country. The introduction of this vigorous and well-designed program is done onsite at Outsource. The best news: you can complete it in a week at no charge to you!

There are two days devoted to obtaining your OSHA 10 certification. You will also get the tools, safety equipment, and skills to go out and work with our clients immediately. In addition to the OSHA 10 certification and the tools and equipment, you will learn the following:

  • Data jack termination: trainees will have terminated well over 100 voice and data jacks
  • Professionalism
  • Jobsite etiquette

Outsource employs over 2,000 technicians each week on job sites across the United States. We work with every national system integrator and all the major electrical contractors. It’s no wonder that many of our technicians continue to permanent positions. Our structured cabling course is an excellent entry point into the construction industry, and it provides a selection of options for choosing a career path. Outsource specializes in training those who are looking to transition into a skilled trade, and we offer it at no cost.

Read what Chris Trevino, the Field Operations Manager for the company, has to say about structured cabling as a viable career option:

The construction industry is always in need of new talent, and this has never been truer than it is today. The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently announced that it expects to add nearly 10 million new jobs to the U.S. economy through the year 2024. Many of those jobs will go to skilled trade technicians in the construction industry, and structured cabling is a great skill to have. As you gain experience and knowledge, you will be given more responsibility on the job and have the opportunity to transition into other areas of structured cable, including A/V and security installation.

Below are the primary goals for our unique training program:

  • We want to provide our clients with entry-level talent that they can cultivate and develop following their culture so they can attain their desired labor mix.
  • We are looking to give back to the community by providing valuable and free-of-charge training courses to those looking to learn a trade and start a career.
  • We are hoping to create career opportunities for aspiring trade workers by delivering hands-on training by qualified trainers in a single week timeframe.

If you have any questions about our training capabilities, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Steve Ebenhack
310.953.3039
steve@outsource.net

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How Supervisors Should Be Demonstrating Safety

A safe workplace begins at the top with the supervisor. Without leadership from that crucial role, safety will never be a priority. Supervisors have responsibility for most of what happens daily in the workplace.

A safe workplace begins at the top with the supervisor. Without leadership from that crucial role, safety will never be a priority. Supervisors have responsibility for most of what happens daily in the workplace. However, it’s not just a position that’s charged with handing out work and making sure it’s done correctly.  Supervisors must also be accountable for the safety and health of their workers.

Along with a safe environment, employees must also feel secure reporting unsafe or unhealthful conditions or any hazards they observe to their boss without fear of reprisal.

Here is a list of the essential responsibilities concerning safety and health for all employees that safety-conscious supervisors should be assuming:

Conducting the orientation and training of new hires

Supervisors should be taking the lead in training new employees on how to perform their work safely. They should be familiar with and conduct training on how to use personal protective equipment (PPE) that is required for each task. Whenever there are mandated safety training courses, the supervisor ensures that every worker takes them and that they are documented accurately.

Enforcing safe work procedures

Supervisors demonstrate their commitment to safety by enforcing safe work practices. Without enforcement, safety takes a back seat to production, and it’s just a matter of time until there is an accident. Workers should also be encouraged to identify unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions.

Correcting any safety hazards  

Whenever there are safety concerns, it’s up to the supervisor to take immediate steps to fix them. If it’s not within the supervisor’s ability to do that, then it’s critical to take temporary precautionary measures. The supervisor has to stay on top of any corrective actions until they are completed satisfactorily.

Training workers to spot and report unsafe conditions

Most near-miss incidents are the result of hazardous workplace conditions. One of the supervisor’s chief responsibilities is to educate and remind employees of what to be looking for and how to correct and report these unsafe conditions.

Investigating accidents in the workplace

Supervisors conduct accident investigations and make sure that all injured employees report to the Occupational Medical Service (OMS) right away. OMS works with Occupational Health and Safety to identify hazardous conditions that lead to injuries. They also document and treat any acute injuries. All facts and opinions about the cause of the accident must be recorded on the Workers Compensation Forms (CA-1 or CA-2), which supervisors must review, sign, and submit within 48 hours.

Promoting a speedy return to work

The longer workers are out from work, the less likely they are to return. Supervisors should be encouraging employees to return to work quickly by offering light-duty work and any other assistance whenever possible.

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Four Ladder Safety Practices for Electricians

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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