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Lightning Protection Technician – Houston, TX

Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, ATS employs nearly 2,100 team members across more than 95 locations throughout the United States.

Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world, and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.

The ATS Houston office is seeking a hands-on Lightning Protection Technician to support our growing Lightning Protection group.

This is a field-focused position for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving problems, working outdoors, and being part of a technical team. The Lightning Protection Technician will work alongside Project Managers, Consultants, Engineers, and other field personnel performing inspections, repairs, installations, testing, and retrofits of lightning protection systems on commercial buildings and industrial facilities.

Our work includes air terminals, main conductors, down conductors, bonding connections, grounding electrodes, connectors, fittings, and other components associated with complete lightning protection systems.

This is a strong opportunity for someone with construction, electrical, roofing, mechanical, maintenance, installation, or skilled-trade experience who wants to build a long-term technical career. Previous lightning protection experience is a plus, but we are also interested in strong hands-on candidates who are willing to learn.

• Assist with inspections of existing lightning protection systems on commercial and industrial facilities.
• Install, repair, replace, and retrofit lightning protection components including air terminals, conductors, bonding connections, grounding electrodes, connectors, and fittings.
• Assist with layout and routing of lightning protection conductors and system components based on project drawings and field conditions.
• Use hand and power tools including impact drivers, drills, hammer drills, grinders, wrenches, sockets, torque wrenches, crimping tools, and other installation equipment.
• Assist with drilling, anchoring, fastening, bolting, assembly, layout, and installation of lightning protection equipment.
• Perform continuity testing, field measurements, visual inspections, and other testing or verification activities as required by project scope.
• Work safely on rooftops, near roof edges, from ladders and lifts, and at heights while utilizing appropriate fall protection equipment.
• Assist Project Managers and field personnel with site measurements, photographs, system component identification, and documentation of field conditions.
• Maintain accurate field notes and help organize information required for inspection reports, repair recommendations, and project documentation.
• Load, unload, maintain, and organize tools, testing equipment, materials, and company vehicles.
• Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, building engineers, property managers, roofers, electricians, and other project personnel.
• Follow ATS safety procedures and site-specific safety requirements at all times.
• Travel to project sites throughout the Houston area, Texas, and occasionally out of state as project needs require.
• Perform additional field and project-related responsibilities as experience and technical knowledge increase.

• High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree is not required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong hands-on experience using common hand and power tools, including impact drivers, drills, hammer drills, grinders, wrenches, sockets, torque wrenches, and similar equipment.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to troubleshoot, assemble, install, and repair equipment in the field.
• Works well as part of a team and is comfortable working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Consultants, and other Technicians.
• Positive attitude and willingness to jump in and help the team as project needs change.
• Dependable and accountable - shows up on time, prepared to work, and follows through on assigned responsibilities.
• Able to take direction while also developing the ability to work independently as experience increases.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in active construction, commercial building, rooftop, and industrial environments.
• Able to work at heights and near roof edges while properly protected.
• Ability and willingness to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Strong safety awareness and willingness to follow established procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and other trades.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
• Willingness to learn lightning protection equipment, inspection methods, installation techniques, testing procedures, and industry standards.

• Lightning protection installation, inspection, repair, electrical, roofing, construction, or related field experience.
• Familiarity with NFPA 780 - Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with UL 96A - Standard for Installation Requirements for Lightning Protection Systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with UL 96 lightning protection components and listed system components is a plus.
• Experience installing or inspecting air terminals, conductors, bonding connections, grounding electrodes, connectors, and related lightning protection components.
• Ability to read construction drawings, roof plans, lightning protection layouts, and basic technical details.
• Experience with continuity testing, electrical testing equipment, concrete drilling, anchoring, roofing, flashing, welding, or fabrication is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

This position starts as a hands-on field role with the opportunity to grow as experience and technical knowledge develop. Lightning Protection Technicians who demonstrate reliability, strong technical ability, safety awareness, and leadership can take on increasing responsibility within the Houston operation.

Growth opportunities may include advanced lightning protection inspections, leading field installations and repairs, developing working knowledge of NFPA 780 and UL 96A, project coordination, estimating support, and eventually managing your own lightning protection projects as a Project Manager.

Full-time ATS employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid technical and safety training
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off and vacation
• Career advancement opportunities

A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). Accordingly, the company will consider only "U.S. Persons" for this position. A U.S. Person includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., "green card" holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for the purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled

ATS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, an unfavorable discharge from military service, or other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.

Please email resumes to:

chooss@atslab.com

crsanchez@atslab.com