Project Lead
 IES Communications | |
 United States, Texas, Fort Worth | |
 Sep 04, 2025 | |
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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 ensure job completion according to company and customer quality and safety requirements while maintaining the efficiency of the staff assigned to the project. Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Lead Communications Technician will 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 escalate to Project Manager if necessary. The Lead Communications Technician coordinates with Project Manager to ensure productivity, job completion and compliance with project budget. The Lead 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). The Lead Communications Technician will perform quality checks; coordinate moves and cut sheets for voice and data cross connects; prepare red-lined as-built drawings. The Lead Communications Technician serves as main on-site customer contact for questions and/or concerns; attend facility and constructions meetings when required. The Lead Communications Technician performs work consistently demonstrating a detailed level of technical knowledge; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise. The Lead Communications Technician will complete other responsibilities as assigned. Tools: Must own and be able to use all tools of Cable Installers: (Basic Hand Tools: screwdriver (Regular & Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips, pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper Trade Tools: Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade 6/8 position combo crimp tool Tone set Min USD $25.00/Yr. Max USD $35.00/Yr. Qualifications Physical and Mental Requirements: * Must be able to move up to 75 lbs. * Must be able to work at heights and on a ladder, and in confined spaces * Must be able to utilize tools, as specified above * Must present a neat appearance * Be on time, ready to work, everyday * Display a positive work attitude * Exhibit appropriate work behavior * Display initiative; seek out additional work * Adhere to IES safety regulations * May be required to travel overnight or for extended periods of time Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements: * Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent * 5 plus years of experience in Fiber * Industry Certs preferred (Corning/FOA) * Data Center installation experience preferred * Proficient at terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems (Unicam, anaerobic, heat-cure) * Testing & Troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems experience required (OTDR & PMLS) * Mechanical and Fusion Splice experience preferred * OSP / Confined Space Entry experience preferred (splicing) * Must be able to comprehend prints and drawings * Basic reading and writing skills * Must have reliable transportation and be able to meet IES driving standards policy * Must be able to work independently Minimum Years of Experience 2-4 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 2019 fiscal year ending September 30, 2019 IES produced over $1.1 billion in revenue and employed over 5000 employees at over 79 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. 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. "EEO is the Law" poster | "EEO is the Law" poster supplement View IES' policy on Pay Transparency Pay Transparency NonDiscrimination Poster 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 E-Verify Information English/Spanish Right to Work English Spanish | |