Employer description:
Apollo Technology is a privately owned company established in January 2010. We are based in Radstock, near Bath where we have brand new bespoke offices and workshop.
We provide IT solutions to schools and education centres, as well as businesses usually within a 40 mile radius of Radstock.
Overview:
We are now looking for an eager candidate to join us as an apprentice.
You will have the opportunity to gain valuable skills, knowledge and experience as you complete an IT Cloud Network Specialist - Level 3 Apprenticeship.
You will be travelling to the schools and business we support from an IT perspective and you will be provided with a van.
Salary: £18,000 per annum.
Main role / Responsibilities [will include but not be limited to]:
- Install, terminate, and test Cat5e, Cat6, and fiber optic cables and install and configure data racks, patch panels, and network cabinets.
- Install and configure CCTV cameras and recording equipment and run and terminate coaxial and network cables for CCTV systems.
- Set up and configure DVRs/NVRs and network video recorders.
- Install and mount large format displays (LFDs) such as video walls and digital signage.
- Connect LFDs to media players and network sources.
- Configure display settings and ensure optimal image quality.
- Troubleshoot issues.
This is a general outline, and the specific responsibilities may vary depending on the company and the projects you are working on.
What we are looking for:
Desirable skills:
- Maintain a clean and organised work area and follow all safety procedures and guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with clients and team members.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest data cabling and AV technologies.
- Experience with specific brands of equipment. UniView, D-Link, Hikvision.
- The ability to lift heavy objects and work at heights when required.
Essential:
Having a full driving licence and your own vehicle is required - as the role involves travel. You will be provided with a van.
Personal qualities:
- Smartly dressed & professionality
- Works well on own as well as in a team
Entry requirements:
- 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above)
- Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject
You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.
If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications.
For more information, please visit the UK ENIC website.
Company perks:
- You will be provided with a van for your role.
- Our office is part of a modern development in Radstock with pleasant outlook onto pedestrian area with maintained Outside seating provides a nice area to relax during breaks.
- There is free parking just a few minutes walk and local shops and food outlets. We also have access to a secure bicycle store.
- We do have full kitchen facilities and also a full size pool table which is used daily.
- We offer a company pension and holiday entitlement increases with length of service.
Future prospects:
The apprentice will be considered as a real team member and they will be able to make a real impact in the company growth in terms of IT.
After successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will be offered a permanent position if we are the right fit for each other.
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