General Job Description
Job Summary:
The Communications Technician I must learn and possess the skills required to
function as a contributing member of a technical team. Typically, the
Technician I possess no experience to one (1) year of experience in the
structured cabling industry.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The Communications Technician I will install a work area outlet for floor
(i.e. monument), modular furniture (i.e. surface mount box) and wall
(i.e. box eliminator). Drop cable down a wall using fish tape or other
method. Route cable through modular furniture. Perform pre-termination
procedures: organize, form, dress cables and determine length, slack
and label cables. Suspend and support cable correctly: Cable tray,
J-hook, D-rings, Bridal rings, Trapeze.
The Communications Technician I will build closets (Mount and install
backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and
hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required.
The Communications Technician I performs fire-stopping procedures on fire
walls, install sleeves, and pull cable through sleeves and core penetration.
The Communications Technician I will terminate low-voltage devices.
The Communications Technician I will fully complete all IES COMMERCIAL
paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work
orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).
The Communications Technician I adheres to and participate in all Company,
customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.
The Communications Technician I will complete other responsibilities as
assigned.
Specific Qualifications
Physical and Mental Requirements:
The Communications Technician I must be able to work in an outdoor or indoor
construction work environment.
The Communications Technician I must be self-motivated, positive in
approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project
process improvement(s).
The Communications Technician I must promote the Company culture and mission
to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
The Communications Technician I must possess proven problem solving and
critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give
oral presentation(s).
The Communications Technician I must have proven skill level or the ability to
learn to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not
limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
The Communications Technician I must be able to work at heights, off of a
ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
The Communications Technician I must be able to see and distinguish different
colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial
tones.
The Communications Technician I must be able to travel within the branch
territory and/or regional territory as needed.
Tools:
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 and gloves.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
High School diploma or GED equivalency.
Minimum of zero (0) to one (1) year experience in telecommunications
or related technical field.
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
Basic construction industry knowledge preferred.
Must possess and learn to effectively use the listed tools.
Ability to meet Company minimum driving standards preferred.
Company Overview
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 2021 fiscal year ending
Sept mber 30, 2021, IES produced over $1.53 billion in revenue and
employed over 6,800 employees at over 99 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.
From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing
developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and
maintain the systems that empower lives.
Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:
Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it
Competitive Pay
Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
Company Paid Time Off
Company Paid Life Insurance
Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability
Plans
Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet
Coverage
Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs
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