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IES Communications
Project Lead - Structured Cabling
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What they do
A Cable Technician or Installer sets up cable equipment and lines for customers and makes repairs as needed.
$66,860 / year median in Virginia
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Project Lead - Structured Cabling IES Communications United States, Virginia, Chantilly Jul 27, 2026
Job Summary:
Installation of any structured cabling related to but not limited to the build out of Richmond Data Center. Installation, testing and labeling of all patching request. Cable Work Order (CWO) document fulfillment and management. Weekly, Bi-Weekly and Monthly audits as defined by staff. Included audits to be defined but not limited to as Daily error logs, Inventory, capacity, elevation and consumables. Other audits may be asked for on a per needed basis. Service related call support. Device installation and powering. Also known as "rack and stack". Inventory management. Defined as Equipment change documents (ECD), Asset tagging and CWO. Vendor escort services. DCIM tool administration (Not yet defined). Shipping and receiving. Decommissioning and cable mining. Daily Data Center updates (Defined by 8:15 call). Cabinet and rack installation. Cable basket tray installation. Data Center soft cleanings. Excellent communication skills to interact with vendors and personnel at all levels throughout the enterprise.Tools:
Basic Hand Tools:
screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves.Trade Tools:
punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, Krone/3M/BIX, butt set, volt-ohmmeter, 4-pair continuity tester and 5-gang punch tool Min USD $33.00/Hr. Max USD $37.00/Hr.Qualifications Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
- Must possess proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
- Must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
- Must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
- Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
- Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency
- Must possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field.
- Must be able to terminate fiber.
- Must possess a minimum of six (6) months supervisory and/or managerial experience.
- Must possess and be able to effectively use the tools listed above.
- 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 be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project)
- Must meet Company minimum driving standards.