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Job Summary:

The Lead Communications Technician will act as the on-site coordinator and crew supervisor for voice and data installation projects. The Lead Comm Tech's task will be to the ensure job completion according to company and customer quality and safety requirements while maintaining the efficiency of the staff assigned to the project.

General Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communications Technician fully completes all IES COMMERCIAL and project paperwork accurately and on time (specifically timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers, and others as required).
• Communications Technician will perform quality checks, coordinate moves, and cut sheets for voice and data cross-connects, prepare red-lined as-built drawings.
• Run wire CAT5, CAT6, Teminations etc
• The Communications Technician performs work consistently, demonstrating a detailed level of technical knowledge, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues as they arise.
• The Communications Technician will complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The Communications Technician must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional, and help create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s).
• The Communications Technician must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• The Communications Technician must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• The Communications Technician must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively read, write, and give oral presentation(s).
• The Communications Technician must be able to work at various heights on a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• The Communications Technician must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read the small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• The Communications Technician must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Regular attendance is mandatory

Tools:

• Tools: 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, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, Krone/3M/BIX, butt set, volt-ohmmeter, 4-pair continuity tester, and 5-gang punch tool.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
• Must be able to terminate fiber.
• Must possess a minimum of six (6) months of supervisory and/or managerial experience.
• Must possess and be able to effectively use the tools listed above.
• 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 possess and be proficient with the listed tools
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and MS Project).
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.

Career Path:

• Project Manager

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2023 fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, IES produced over $2.3 billion in revenue and employed over 8,400 employees at over 129 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

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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, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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.

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