Technician II-Outside Plant

IES Communications; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with Employer Contribution Match

Paid Time Off

Medical coverage including prescription

Dental and Vision coverage

Job summary

IES Communications in Fayetteville, GA is seeking a Technician II - Outside Plant (OSP) to lead OSP teams and ensure quality performance. Responsibilities include cable installation, assisting crew, and training new hires while adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of OSP experience, skillful blueprint interpretation, and physical capabilities for manual labor tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of OSP experience or underground utility work in telecommunications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project documents.
• Proficiency with tools listed in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Pull cables through underground duct bank systems.
• Assist crew members in placing underground pipes.
• Guide daily inspections and oversee confined space equipment.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Mechanical aptitude

Operating specialty OSP equipment

Physical endurance for manual labor

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdriver

Torpedo level

Tape measure

Pliers

Wrench set

Job description

Job Summary

The Technician II - Outside Plant (OSP) will perform technical responsibilities as a lead member of an OSP team. The role coordinates small groups of technicians, ensuring adherence to company safety and quality standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Pull cables of various sizes through underground duct bank systems.
• Assist crew members in placing underground pipes, perform manual labor and shovel work.
• Assist in all manual labor aspects of the project as directed by the Lead or Supervisor.
• Guide daily inspections and all confined space equipment.
• Oversee all radios and air monitors for projects.
• Assist the OSP Lead Technician with training of new employees.
• Keep the worksite clean and organized free from unnecessary hazards.
• Fully complete all IES paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).
• Adhere to and participate in all company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical and Mental Requirements

The Technician II - OSP must withstand prolonged and repeated lifting (including overhead), standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching, crouching, crawling, shoveling, work in outdoor environments (heat, rain, snow) or indoor construction work environments, be self‑motivated, positive, professional, possess problem‑solving skills, able to read, write and give oral presentations, interpret blueprints and other project documents, work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds, see and distinguish colors, read small print, hear audible signals such as dial tones, and travel within branch or regional territory as needed.

Tools

Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, gloves, muck boots/water boots.

Salary

Minimum $20.00 per hour. Maximum $24.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of OSP experience or underground utility work in telecommunications.
• Proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents.
• Proficiency with the listed tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to operate a variable reach forklift, skid loader and other specialty OSP equipment.
• Minimum driving standards preferred.
• Minimum Years of Experience: 2‑4.
• License required (type not specified).

Benefits

• Competitive Pay.
• 401(k) plan with Employer Contribution Match.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Medical coverage including prescription and short‑term disability.
• Dental and Vision coverage.
• Optional Long‑term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage.
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs.

EEO Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans encouraged to apply. 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.