Communications Technician II

Job Summary

The Communications Technician II must be able to perform the technical responsibilities of a Cable Installer and function as a lead member of a technical team. The Technician II will coordinate small groups of installers in the performance of daily workload including adherence to Company safety and quality standards.

The Communications Technician II will install a work area outlet for floor, modular furniture and wall (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks, mount face plates and surface mount boxes correctly, and adhere to IES COMMERCIAL labeling standards).

The Communications Technician II will build closets (mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g., terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).

The Communications Technician II performs testing: continuity tests for horizontal and riser cable, use of a volt‑ohmmeter, troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable, and use a tone set. The Technician II will identify active voice or data circuits.

The Communications Technician II will assume responsibility for effective performance of crew, provide necessary training, coordinate personnel and timeline to complete the project, and fully complete all IES COMMERCIAL paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers, and others as required). The Technician II will adhere to and participate in all Company, customer, and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.

Other responsibilities are assigned as needed.

The Communications Technician II must be self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional, and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s). Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners. Must act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s). Must possess proven problem‑solving skills, critical thinking skills, and ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.

Must be able to work at heights, off a ladder, and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds. Must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones. Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

Regular attendance is mandatory.

Tools:
Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, gloves, punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency. Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical field and demonstrate the ability to supervise others. Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools. Must have proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.

Must know universal communications color codes. Must meet Company minimum driving standards.

Minimum Years of

Experience:

2–4.

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer:

Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated.