Technician II - Fiber

About the role

The Technician II - Fiber is responsible for all aspects of Fiber, including but not limited to installing, terminating, testing, and splicing.

Responsibilities

• Cabling & Termination
• Basic copper termination skills
• Install work area outlets, modular furniture, and walls (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks)
• Mount faceplates and surface mount boxes correctly
• Adhere to IES COMMUNICATIONS labeling standards
• 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)
• Perform testing, continuity tests on horizontal and riser cable, use of volt-ohmmeter, troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts, and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable
• Install, terminate, and breakout various types of fiber connectors (LC, SC, ST, FC, FDDI, SMA, MPO/MTP)
• Terminate simplex and duplex jumper cords
• Terminate and breakout outside plant (loose tube) fiber (e.g. Corning/Commscope, 3DNX)
• Terminate and breakout indoor tight buffered multimode and single-mode fiber
• Install fan-out kits including buffer tube
• Calculate end-to-end loss budgets in accordance with TIA/EIA standards for multimode & single-mode fiber
• Complete IES paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, Job Blog, tool transfers, etc.)
• Complete any other duties as assigned
• Testing
• Test using an OTDR, Fluke DTX 180
• Troubleshoot using an OTDR to identify and correct problems network-wide
• Splicing
• Perform mechanical splicing with all types of fiber cable
• Perform fusion splicing with all types of fiber cable
• Perform building entrance splices, maintenance space, and direct buried splices

Qualifications

• Physical and Mental Requirements: Self-motivated, positive approach, professional, and able to act as liaison for customer representatives
• Education, Certification, License, And Skill Requirements: High School diploma or GED equivalent, proficient with listed tools, experience in Fiber, industry certifications (Corning/FOA), data center installation experience, mechanical and fusion splice experience, OSP/Confined Space Entry experience (splicing), ability to use trade tools, proficiency in terminating all connector types and methods for SMF and MMF systems, testing & troubleshooting MMF & SMF systems experience (OTDR & PMLS), ability to meet IES driving standards policy, 2-4 years of experience in Fiber

Pay

Min USD $22.00/Hr. Max USD $29.00/Hr.

Schedule

Full-time, direct hire position

Benefits

Full benefits available after 30 days of employment

Company 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 9,400 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply. From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives. Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions: Safety is Priority One - and our record shows itCompetitive PayCompany 401K plan with Employer Contribution MatchCompany Paid Time OffCompany Paid Life InsuranceChoice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability PlansChoice of Dental and Vision CoverageOptional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet CoverageAuto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement

Please note: 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 (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance. IES Participates in E-Verify/IES participa en el programa E-Verify E-Verify Information/Información sobre E-Verify English/Español Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo English/Español