Technician II - Structured Cabling

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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 horizontal and riser cable; use of volt‑ohmmeter; troubleshoot opens, crosses, 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, 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.

Salary: USD $22.00‑$25.00 per year.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Self‑motivated, positive, professional, and able to create, develop and implement 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 a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• Be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• Travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

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

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity

Employer:

Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES policies prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disabilities, veterans, or any other protected status.

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.

IES participates in E‑Verify.

Languages:

English / Spanish.

Right to work:
English, Spanish.