Technician - Structured Cabling

Technician I – Structured Cabling

IES Communications is seeking a Technician I to join our Structured Cabling team. Candidates will learn and apply industry‑standard skills in a collaborative technical environment. Typically, this role requires 0-1 year of experience and a willingness to grow within the field.

• Install work area outlets, modular furniture, and wall boxes; drop and route cable using fish tape or equivalent methods.
• Perform pre‑termination procedures: organize, form, dress cables, determine effective length, slack, and label.
• Support cable installation correctly using cable tray, J‑hook, D‑rings, Bridal rings, trapeze, etc.
• Build closet infrastructure—install backboards, cross‑connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic hardware—and provide necessary grounding.
• Execute fire‑stopping procedures on fire walls, install sleeves, and pull cable through sleeves and core penetration.
• Terminate low‑voltage devices and complete all IES commercial paperwork accurately (time sheets, work orders, change orders, tool transfers).
• Adhere to company, customer, and industry quality and safety standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete additional responsibilities as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• 0–1 year experience in telecommunications or a related technical field.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic construction industry knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency in using listed tools (screwdriver, drywall saw, torpedo level, measuring tape, snips, pliers, hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, gloves).
• Ability to meet company minimum driving standards (preferred).

• Work in indoor or outdoor construction environments.
• Self‑motivated, professional, and proactive in process improvement.
• Promote company culture among employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking; effective communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project documents.
• Work at heights, ladders, confined spaces; lift up to 50 lb and move up to 75 lb.
• Color vision, small print reading, hearing audible signals.
• Travel within branch or regional territory as needed.

USD 18.00–23.00 per hour.

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities, females, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.