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Job Summary

The Lead Communication Technician will act as the on-site coordinator and crew supervisor for voice and data installation projects. The Lead’s task is to ensure job completion according to company and customer quality and safety requirements while supervising the efficiency of the staff assigned to the project.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Consistently run major project crews; assume responsibility for effective performance and provide necessary training; assume responsibility for adherence to company and customer safety and quality guidelines and hold weekly safety meetings; initiate performance related communications and elevate to Project Manager if necessary.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure productivity, job completion and compliance with project budget.
• Fully complete all IES COMMERCIAL and project paperwork accurately and on time (specifically timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).
• Perform quality checks; coordinate moves and cut sheets for voice and data cross connects; prepare red‑lined as‑built drawings.
• Serve as main on‑site customer contact for questions and/or concerns; attend facility and construction meetings when required.
• Perform work consistently demonstrating a detailed level of technical knowledge; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Tools

Basic Hand 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. Trade Tools: 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.

Pay: USD $28.00/Hr. – USD $34.00/Hr.

Qualifications

• Self‑motivated, positive, professional and dedicated to project process improvement.
• Promote company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and partners.
• Act as company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• Proven problem‑solving, critical thinking skills and effective oral and written communication.
• Able to work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 lbs, move up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• Travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.

Education, Certification, License, And Skill Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
• Terminate fiber experience.
• Minimum six (6) months supervisory and/or managerial experience.
• Effective use of listed tools.
• Proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of universal communications color codes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project).
• Meet company minimum driving standards.
• BICSI Certification preferred.

Minimum Years Of Experience: 2-4

License Required: No

Minimum Education: High School

EEO Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

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.

Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is committed to affirmative action and to promoting employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

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.

Disability Accommodation

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.

Languages

English / Spanish

Right to Work

English

Spanish

E-Verify Information

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