Technician II - Structured Cabling

IES Communications; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company 401K with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Health, Dental, Vision Coverage

Disability Coverage

Auto and Home Insurance Discounts

Job summary

IES Communications is seeking a Technician II - Structured Cabling in a hands-on, lead-capable role in California. You will coordinate a small team of installers, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while delivering daily workload with proper paperwork and reporting.

The position requires at least two years of telecom experience, blueprints interpretation, and ability to supervise others, within a direct-hire, full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in telecommunications or related technical field and ability to supervise others.
• Must be proficient with the listed tools.
• Must be able to interpret blueprints and project documents including specifications and quality requirements.
• Must know the universal communications color codes.
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Install a work area outlet and terminate CAT3/CAT5; mount face plates and label per standards.
• Build closets with backboards, racks, patch panels, fiber optic hardware, and install grounding; complete IDC connections.
• Perform testing: continuity test of cables; use volt-ohmmeter; troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts, and transpose pairs.
• Identify active voice or data circuits.
• Lead crew and provide training; coordinate personnel and timeline to complete project.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, transfers, work orders, change orders, etc.).
• Adhere to safety and quality standards and regulations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Telecommunications

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdrivers

Tape measure

Pliers

Hammer

Wrench set

Cable stripper

Gloves

Torpedo level

Punch tools (110/66 blocks)

Job description

Full benefits available after 30 days of employment! Full-time, direct hire position!

Job Summary

The Technician II - Structured Cabling must be able to perform the technical responsibilities of a Cable Installer and function as a lead member of a technical team. The Technician II - Structured Cabling will coordinate small groups of installers in the performance of daily workload including adherence to Company safety and quality standards.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• The Technician II - Structured Cabling will install a work area outlet for floor or wall (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks. Mount face plates and surface mount boxes correctly. Adhere to IES COMMERCIAL labeling standards).
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling will build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g. terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling performs testing: continuity test horizontal and riser cable; use of volt-ohmmeter; troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts, and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable.
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling will identify active voice or data circuits.
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling will assume responsibility for effective performance of crew and provide necessary training, coordinate personnel and timeline to complete project.
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling will fully complete all IES Communications paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling will adhere to and participate in all Company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling will complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• The Technician II - Structured Cabling must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop, and implement project process improvement(s).
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners.
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read and write.
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling must be able to work at heights, on a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to endure long periods of standing, walking, or working in inclement weather and possession of sufficient physical strength and agility to lift and move heavy objects.
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• The Technician II - Structured Cabling must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Regular attendance is mandatory.
• Must have adequate transportation to get to the jobsite.

Tools

• Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves.
• Trade Tools: Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool.

Min
USD $30.00/Yr.
Max
USD $30.00/Yr.

Qualifications

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field and demonstrate the ability to supervise others.
• Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools.
• Must have proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
• Must know the universal communications color codes.
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.

Career Path

• Lead Communications Technician

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 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 10,200 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:

• Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

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. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

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 [phone] or any IES office to request assistance.

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Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo

Workplace Type

Onsite