Fiber Project Lead: Onsite Crew Chief & Splicing Pro

IES Communications; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications in Texas seeks a Project Lead - Fiber to supervise on-site fiber installation crews, ensure project completion to safety and quality standards, and coordinate with the Project Manager for productivity and budget compliance.

You will perform testing, splicing, and terminations, while maintaining documentation and training staff. This role requires field work, physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and travel within the territory.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be proficient with listed tools.
• Must be proficient at terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems (Unicam, anaerobic, heat-cure).
• Must have Testing & Troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems experience (OTDR & PMLS).
• Must be able to meet IES driving standards policy.
• Prefer 5+ years of experience in Fiber and leading small groups.
• Prefer Industry Certifications (Corning/FOA).
• Prefer Data Center installation experience.
• Prefer Mechanical and Fusion Splice experience.
• Prefer OSP / Confined Space Entry experience (splicing).

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site coordinator and supervisor of several Crew Leads - Fiber.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure productivity, job completion and budget compliance.
• Install work areas, terminate jacks, mount face plates and install connectors per standards.
• Build closets, install grounding, and complete IDC connections.
• Perform testing using OTDR and troubleshoot network issues end-to-end.
• Perform mechanical and fusion splicing of fiber cables.
• Maintain safety and quality guidelines and conduct weekly safety meetings.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdriver

Drywall saw

Torpedo level

Tape measure

Snips

Pliers

Hammer

Wrench set

Cable stripper

Flashlight

Gloves

Punch tool

Crimp tool

Krone/3M/BIX

Job description

IES Communications in Texas seeks a Project Lead - Fiber to supervise on-site fiber installation crews, ensure project completion to safety and quality standards, and coordinate with the Project Manager for productivity and budget compliance.

You will perform testing, splicing, and terminations, while maintaining documentation and training staff. This role requires field work, physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and travel within the territory.