Lead Technician

Job Description

IES Communications is seeking a Lead Technician to support a large-scale data center build focused primarily on conveyance infrastructure including cable tray, ladder rack, basket tray, trapezes, hangers, and pathway installation. The Lead Technician will provide day-to-day field leadership, coordinate technician activities, maintain safety compliance, and ensure quality installation standards are met.

This individual will work closely with the Superintendent and Project Manager to support project execution while helping lead a growing field team expected to scale significantly throughout the project. Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of low-voltage technicians onsite

• Direct installation of cable pathways including: o Basket tray o Ladder rack o Trapeze systems o Supports and hangers o Pathway infrastructure

• Receive and organize project materials and deliveries

• Assign daily work tasks and monitor crew productivity

• Maintain accurate daily reports and progress updates

• Assist with manpower planning and technician scheduling

• Read and interpret construction drawings and project documentation

• Ensure all work meets customer and IES quality standards

• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings

• Maintain a clean and organized jobsite

• Partner with leadership to identify installation challenges and recommend solutions

• Support onboarding and mentoring of new technicians

Pay Ranges from $28-36/HR depending on exp

Skills and Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of structured cabling, telecommunications, or low-voltage experience

• Previous leadership experience leading crews in the field

• Experience working in data center or mission-critical environments

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to read construction drawings and installation plans

• Basic Microsoft Excel skills

• Experience coordinating technician schedules and field activities

• Strong understanding of OSHA and jobsite safety practices

• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30 Certification

• Fiber optic installation experience

• Structured cabling installation experience

• BICSI certification

• Experience with large-scale data center deployments

• Conveyance infrastructure installation experience Success Factors

• Strong field leadership

• Excellent communication

• Safety-first mindset

• Reliable attendance

• Ability to motivate and direct teams

• Detail-oriented project execution

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].