Project Lead - DAS Distributed Antenna Systems - Structured Cabling - Low Voltage - Data Center

IES Communications; Trenton (SC); On-site; USD 52,348 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications is seeking a Project Lead - DAS to act as on-site coordinator and supervisor for several DAS crew leads on installation projects. You will ensure job completion meets safety and quality requirements while maintaining staff efficiency.

The role requires leadership, coordination with the Project Manager, and hands-on supervision. Responsibilities include running major project crews, training staff, maintaining documentation, and conducting weekly safety meetings.

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• FCC GROL license required or must obtain within two weeks of hire.
• Minimum 3 years in telecommunications or related technical field, with DAS experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead major project crews and ensure effective performance.
• Provide training to crew members.
• Adhere to safety and quality guidelines; conduct weekly safety meetings.
• Communicate performance issues to Project Manager as needed.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure productivity and budget compliance.
• Complete all project paperwork accurately and on time.
• Perform on-site customer liaison, quality checks, and meetings as required.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RF/DAS technical issues on site.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Oral communication

Reading & writing

Customer service

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma or GED

FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)

Tools

Spectrum analyzers (Keysight/Agilent/Anritsu/PCTel)

RF test equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Lead - DAS will act as the on-site coordinator and supervisor of several Crew Leads - DAS for installation projects. The Project Lead - DAS's tasks will include ensuring job completion according to company and customer quality and safety requirements while maintaining the efficiency of the staff assigned to the project. General

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Run major project crews consistently and assume responsibility for effective performance.
• Provide necessary training to crew members.
• Adhere to company and customer safety and quality guidelines, holding weekly safety meetings.
• Initiate performance‑related communications and, if necessary, elevate issues to the Project Manager.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager/Project Lead to ensure productivity, job completion, and compliance with the project budget.
• Fully complete all IES Communications, LLC. and project paperwork accurately and on time, including timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers, and other required documents.
• Perform quality checks and serve as the main on‑site customer contact for questions and concerns; attend facility and construction meetings when required.
• Perform work consistently with a detailed level of technical knowledge, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues as they arise.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Salary: Minimum USD $38.00 per hour. Maximum USD $45.00 per hour.

Qualifications

Physical and Mental Requirements: Must be self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional, and lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvements. Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners. Must have proven problem‑solving skills, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentations. Must be able to work at heights, off a ladder, and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds. Must be able to stand and walk large job sites regularly. Must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print, and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones. Must be enthusiastic, passionate, patient, and a critical thinker. Must be able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service skills. Must be able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed. Regular attendance is mandatory.

Tools

• Screwdriver set or multibit
• Drywall saw
• Torpedo level
• Tape measure
• Snips (with belt sheath)
• Pliers (needle nose and channel locks)
• Hammer
• Wrench set
• Cable stripper
• Flashlight and gloves
• 110 punch tool
• RJ45 crimp tool
• Small screwdriver set (tweaker)
• Diagonal side cutters
• Lineman's pliers
• Security bit set
• 18V cordless drill
• 6 inch adjustable wrench
• Cable fishing sticks
• Paddle bit set
• Socket set (metric and SAE)
• Digital multimeter
• Wire map tester
• Twist drill index
• Drill tap kit
• Tone generator and probe
• Cable loppers
• Metal file set

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements

Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency. Must possess a minimum of three years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field, with strong emphasis in DAS and experience integrating public safety and cell carrier technologies into in‑building coverage systems. Must have experience with common DAS equipment, including fiber DAS, repeaters, coaxial cable, CAT 5 cable, antennas, splitters, fiber cable, etc. Must hold or obtain a FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (G.R.O.L.) within two weeks of hire. Must possess a minimum of twelve months of supervisory and/or managerial experience. Must be proficient in the commissioning process of multiple manufacturers such as ADRF Technologies, Comba Telecom, CommScope, SOLiD Tech, and Corning. Must be proficient in the use of spectrum analyzers including Keysight, Agilent, Anritsu models, and/or PCTel. Must have experience with PIM testing and working knowledge of RF test equipment such as an Anritsu tester or similar spectrum analyzer. Minimum years of experience: 2-4 years. No minimum education beyond High School; a license is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The company prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. All employees are protected from retaliation for filing complaints regarding possible violations of this policy. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by federal and state laws. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the corporate office for assistance.