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Salary: $22 - $29 Hour Robison Contracting Incorporated (RCI) is a construction firm focused on Building Americas Infrastructure. Specifically, RCI is focused on the electric utility sector. We are developing a team of dedicated electrical technicians to help us commission and perform service and maintenance on Utility Scale Central Solar (PV) Inverters and Energy Storage Systems. RCIs founders are performance driven leaders looking to build our team around ourP.R.O.model.People,Resources, andOpportunity.RCI is always building the team with the rightPeople. The right people buy into the culture, are competent, and take ownership of their work & community. RCI will provide paid training to technicians with an electrical background. This position will be 100% travel as we are building a dedicated team of specialists to travel to various project locations, perform their duties, and move on to the next. RCI technicians will work on multi-employer work sites and need to represent RCI's team and clients with the highest level of integrity and professionalism. It is not always the case, every project is different, however, technicians should be prepared to work long hours, with a potential to work more than 65 hours in a given work week. Qualified candidates shall be prepared to travel, have experience with troubleshooting electrical equipment, crimping data cables, software uploads, use a computer and use PPE properly around electrical equipment. Preferred Experience working in electrical utility/industrial environments: • Minimum of a basic background in electrical equipment & distribution systems (120V to 480V); this should include proper training & use of PPE equipment for the systems being worked on. • Prefer minimum of five (5) years experience working with electrical systems. • Ability to diagnose & troubleshoot electrical systems, use multimeter, and test & make data cables. • Job related technical knowledge of electrical systems such as panelboards, switchboards, generators, UPS systems, DC voltage systems, fire alarm systems, etc. • Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to customer, management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors. • Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner. • Ability to use/develop troubleshooting techniques for various electrical/mechanical systems in both standard and high-stress situations. Other Job Requirements Tasks will include physical labor; examples include working on ladders, ability to carry minimum 65lbs, use of PPE equipment, ability to obtain forklift/manlift operators license, etc. Working conditions include various levels of environmental conditions including but not limited to generally favorable indoor workspace, outdoor workspaces, moving mechanical parts and vibration; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles and extreme temperatures and high noise levels. Travel to required location. Travel will vary depending on the project and location.For most, this is a 100% travel position. Preferred Qualifications OSHA 10 or higher. Obtained TWIC. PowerSafe Training for Electrical Utilities. Must have good verbal and written English communications skills. Work effectively with multi-cultural personnel to execute work assignments. Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills and organizational accountability processes Good multi-tasking skills Proficient in MS-Office programs or G-Suite RCI is a Drug Free Workplace, all applicants should be aware RCI's customers often require a drug test prior to working on their project site. RCI technicians could be drug tested multiple times in a given year. RCI may also require a background check prior to submitting an offer. RCI is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.
See More Details >>IN-PERSON WORKING OPPORTUNITIES ONLY FOR APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REPRESENTATIVE: As a Sales Representative, you are the primary contact for our clients. You start each day excited to establish new relationships while continuing to nurture existing ones. By meeting with our potential customers, you are able to build excellent rapport and more effectively educate them about our products and services. Your excellent communication skills are an essential part of your success, as you complete product presentations and give price quotes. To complete sales, you collect and enter order information all while providing superior customer service. We focus on a national level to expand clients into new markets to create new revenue streams for years decades to come. Responsibilities and Duties: • One-on-one sales with customers in an outside sales environment. • Greet customers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner using company procedures • Give product presentations to complete sales orders with customers. • Listen attentively to customer needs and concerns; demonstrate empathy. • Clarify customer requirements; probe for and confirm understanding of needs. • Meet customer requirements by providing personalized solutions. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed. • Frequent travel throughout the year and 1-4 months relocation during the summer. About You You are organized and manage your time effectively in order to regularly achieve individual and team goals. You feel good about playing an important role in the success of a growing company with a solid reputation. • Knowledge of basic computer operations • Courteous with strong customer service orientation • Dependable with proficient attention to detail • Good listening and responding skills • Must be flexible with the ability to adapt to changes quickly and think conceptually • Solid problem-solving skills • Must be willing to take the initiative All Appalachian State University students are invited to apply for this amazing summer internship opportunity!
See More Details >>IN-PERSON WORKING OPPORTUNITIES ONLY FOR APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SALES REPRESENTATIVE: As a Technology Sales Intern, you are the primary contact for our clients both in your region and around the country. Each day, you will build and establish new relationships while enhancing and building upon existing ones. Excellent communication skills are an essential part of your success, as you complete product presentations and give price quotes. We focus on a national level to expand clients into new markets to create new revenue streams for years decades to come. On average, Technology Sales Interns earn $23,000 each summer. However, many interns earn significantly more than this based on their performance. Responsibilities and Duties of a Technology Sales Intern: • One-on-one sales with customers in an outside sales environment. • Greet customers in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner using company procedures. • Give technology and product presentations to complete sales orders with customers. • Listen attentively to customer needs and concerns; demonstrate empathy. • Clarify customer requirements; probe for and confirm understanding of needs. • Meet customer requirements by providing personalized solutions. • Confirm customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed. • Frequent travel throughout the year and 1-4 months relocation during the summer. Who thrives in a Technology Sales Internship? Students from Appalachian State University are well-equipped to thrive in our Technology Sales Internship program. Ideally, you are organized and manage your time effectively in order to regularly achieve individual and team goals. You have a passion for technology and sales. You feel good about playing an important role in the success of a growing company with a solid reputation. • Knowledge of basic computer operations • Courteous with strong customer service orientation • Dependable with proficient attention to detail • Good listening and responding skills • Must be flexible with the ability to adapt to changes quickly and think conceptually • Solid problem-solving skills • Must be willing to take the initiative All Appalachian State University students are invited to apply for this amazing sales internship opportunity!
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