Technician II - Structured Cabling

Job Summary

The Communications Technician II must possess the ability 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.

• 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, adhere to IES COMMERCIAL labeling standards).
• 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).
• Perform testing: continuity test of horizontal and riser cable; use of volt‑ohmmeter; troubleshoot opens, cross‑links, shorts and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable; use a tone set.
• Identify active voice or data circuits.
• Assume responsibility for effective performance of crew and provide necessary training; coordinate personnel and timeline to complete project.
• Fully complete all IES COMMERCIAL paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).
• Adhere to and participate in all company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

• Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight, and gloves.
• Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8‑position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX.

Min: USD $22.00/hour
Max: USD $27.00/hour

• Self‑motivated, positive, professional, and capable of creating, developing, and implementing project process improvements.
• Promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• Act as the company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• Possess proven problem‑solving skills, critical‑thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations.
• Work at heights, off of 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 and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• Travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

• Must possess at least a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or 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 the universal communications color codes.
• Must meet company minimum driving standards.

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer:

Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans. Applicants are encouraged to apply. 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.

IES also commits 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 of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860‑1500 or any IES office to request assistance.