Technician I - Structured Cabling - Las Vegas

IES Communications; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company in Nevada is seeking a Communications Technician I to join their technical team. This entry-level position involves installing structured cabling systems and adhering to quality and safety standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, some experience in telecommunications, and a willingness to learn about the tools necessary for the job. The role offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $18.00 to $22.00.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
• Proven problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Basic tool skills and ability to learn listed tools.

Responsibilities

• Install work area outlets and route cable.
• Build closets and install fiber optic hardware.
• Adhere to quality and safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to interpret blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Self-motivated

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdriver

Drywall saw

Cable stripper

Job description

Job Summary

Communications Technician I (Structured Cabling) – works as part of a technical team with 0-1 year experience.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Install work area outlets for floor, modular furniture, and wall; route and terminate cable using fish tape or other methods.
• Build closets: mount and install backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic hardware; install grounding as required.
• Perform fire-stopping procedures on fire walls, install sleeves, pull cable through sleeves and core penetration.
• Terminate low‑voltage devices.
• Complete all IES commercial paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers).
• Adhere to company, customer, and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Tools

• Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips, pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, gloves.
• Trade tools: punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Ability to work in indoor or outdoor construction environments.
• Self‑motivated, positive professional approach; committed to project process improvement.
• Promote company culture to all employees, vendors, clients, partners.
• Proven problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills; effective reading, writing, oral presentations.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and project documents; excellent color vision, small print reading, audible signal recognition.
• Work at heights, off a ladder, confined spaces; lift up to 50 lbs, move up to 75 lbs.
• Travel within branch or regional territory as needed.
• Regular attendance mandatory.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• 0-1 year experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic construction industry knowledge preferred.
• Basic tool skills and ability to learn listed tools.

Compensation

USD $18.00/hr – $22.00/hr.

Equal Employment Opportunity

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and other protected status groups are encouraged to apply.