New 
Technician II - Structured Cabling
 IES Communications | |
life insurance, paid time off, short term disability, 401(k)
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 United States, Texas, Addison | |
| 3744 Arapaho Road (Show on map) | |
 Nov 06, 2026 | |
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Full benefits start after just 30 days! Why You'll Love This Role Ready to grow beyond installing cable? As a Communications Technician II at IES Communications, you'll lead a small crew, share what you know, and help deliver the networks that keep businesses running. This is a full-time, direct-hire role with full benefits starting after 30 days, and real room to grow your career in structured cabling. What You'll Do Lead your crew: Coordinate a small team of installers, plan the day's work, train newer team members, and keep the project on schedule. Install work area outlets: Set up floor, modular furniture and wall outlets. Terminate CAT 3 and CAT 5 jacks, mount faceplates and surface-mount boxes, and follow IES COMMERCIAL labeling standards. Build telecom closets: Mount backboards and install cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic cable and hardware. Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable, and complete all IDC connections, including 110/66 blocks and patch panels. Test and troubleshoot: Continuity test horizontal and riser cable using a volt-ohmmeter and tone set. Find and fix opens, crosses, shorts and transposed pairs. Identify active circuits: Locate live voice and data circuits. Keep paperwork accurate: Complete timesheets, material and tool transfers, work orders and change orders accurately and on time. Lead on safety and quality: Set the example by following company, customer and industry safety and quality standards. Build relationships: Act as the Company liaison with customer representatives, and promote the Company culture and mission to employees, vendors, clients and business partners. Improve how we work: Help create, develop and implement project process improvements. Take on other responsibilities as assigned. What We're Looking For High school diploma or GED equivalent. 2+ years of hands-on experience in structured cabling, telecommunications or a related technical field. Experience leading or mentoring a small crew, or readiness to step into that role. Proven ability to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including specifications, reporting and quality requirements. Knowledge of universal communications color codes. Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with attention to detail. Ability to read, write and give oral presentations effectively. Self-motivated, positive and professional, with a safety-first mindset. Meets Company minimum driving standards. Tools You must be proficient with the following tools: Screwdrivers (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 blades, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, and Krone/3M/BIX tools. Physical Requirements You must be able to perform the following, with or without reasonable accommodation: Work at heights, from ladders and in confined spaces. Safely use ladders within the manufacturer's weight rating, including tools and equipment. 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 test tones and alarms. Travel within the branch and/or regional territory as needed. Min USD $28.00/Hr. Max USD $28.00/Hr. Minimum Years of Experience 0-2 License Required No Minimum Education High School 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 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 174 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
EEO Statement PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS. NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid. EEO & Affirmative Action 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. View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminacion en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal 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. IES Participates in E-Verify/IES participa en el programa E-Verify E-Verify Information/ Informacion sobre E-Verify English/Espanol Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo English/Espanol Workplace Type Onsite | |