Licensed Journeyman

Job Title:

Licensed Journeyman

Reports To:

Lead Communications Technician

To be eligible for this role you must have graduated from a state approved apprenticeship program. We will require a copy of your graduation certificate prior to interview.

The Licensed Journeyman must be able to perform the technical responsibilities of a Cable Installer and function as a lead member of a technical team. The Fiber Network Technician will coordinate small groups of installers in the performance of daily workload including adherence to company safety and quality standards.

• The Licensed Journeyman will install a work area outlet for floor or 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 and 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.
• Communications Technician II will complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Must possess at least a high‑school diploma or GED equivalency. Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field and demonstrate the ability to supervise others. Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools. 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 meet company minimum driving standards.

• Self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• 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 presentation.
• Work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• See and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• Travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Regular attendance is mandatory.

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. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool.

• Lead Communications Technician:
  Minimum years of experience 0‑2; license required.
• No minimum education beyond high school.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services 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 2024 fiscal year ending September 30 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 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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