Technician II-Structured Cabling

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 and terminate floor, modular furniture and wall outlets (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks, mount face plates and surface mount boxes, adhere to IES COMMERCIAL labeling standards). The 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, and complete all IDC connections (e.g., terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).

Testing responsibilities include continuity tests of horizontal and riser cable, use of volt‑ohmmeter, and troubleshooting opens, crosses, shorts, and transposed pairs on horizontal and riser cable with a tone set. The Technician II will identify active voice or data circuits, assume responsibility for effective crew performance, provide necessary training, coordinate personnel and timelines, and 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, and complete other responsibilities as assigned.

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

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

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

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or a related technical field with demonstrated ability to supervise others.
• Proficiency with the listed tools and a proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of universal communications color codes and minimum driving standards.
• Education and certification requirements may vary; a salary range of USD $27.00/Hr to USD $30.00/Hr is provided.

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The 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, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated.

IES is committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and other applicable laws. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office for assistance.