Technician II - Structured Cabling

Job Summary

The Technician II – Structured Cabling 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.

• Install a work area outlet for floor or 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.
• Perform testing: continuity test horizontal and riser cable, use volt‑ohmmeter, troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts, and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable.
• Identify active voice or data circuits.
• Assume responsibility for effective performance of crew: provide necessary training, coordinate personnel and timeline to complete project.
• Complete all IES Communications 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.

• Be self‑motivated, professional, positive, and contribute to project process improvement.
• Promote company culture and mission to employees, vendors, clients and partners.
• Act as liaison with customer representatives.
• Possess problem‑solving skills, critical thinking, read/write.
• Work at heights, on ladder and confined spaces; lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• Endure long periods of standing, walking, or working in inclement weather; have physical strength and agility to lift and move heavy objects.
• See and distinguish colors, read small print, hear audible signals such as dial tones.
• Travel within branch or regional territory as needed.
• Regular attendance mandatory.
• Have adequate transportation to get to job site.

• 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.
• Trade tools: punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• At least two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field and ability to supervise others.
• Proficient with listed tools.
• Skill level to interpret blueprints and project documents (specifications, reporting, quality requirements).
• Know universal communications color codes.
• Meet company minimum driving standards.

• USD $25.00 per hour (minimum).
• USD $30.00 per hour (maximum).
• Sign‑On Bonus: $2,500.

• Onsite.

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 also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women,…