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Crew Lead - Distributed Antenna Systems
 IES Communications | |
 United States, South Carolina, Trenton | |
 Nov 14, 2025 | |
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Job Summary: The Crew Lead - DAS will act as the on-site coordinator and crew supervisor for a variety of field service functions. The Crew Lead will participate in and supervise installation of antennas, repeaters, head-end equipment, and other DAS devices as well as complete sweep, PIM and fiber testing. The Crew Lead's task will be to ensure job completion according to company and customer quality and safety requirements while maintaining the efficiency of the staff assigned to the project. Job Duties and Responsibilities: 1. The Crew Lead - DAS will consistently run major project crews; assume responsibility for effective performance and provide necessary training; assume responsibility for adherence to Company and customer safety and quality guidelines and hold weekly safety meetings; initiate performance-related communications and escalate to Project Manager if necessary. 2. The Crew Lead - DAS coordinates with Project Manager/Project Lead to ensure productivity, job completion and compliance with project budget. 3. The Crew Lead - DAS fully completes all IES Communications, LLC. and project paperwork accurately and on time (specifically timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required). 4. The Crew Lead - DAS will commission and optimize a variety of DAS and signal booster equipment for public safety installations utilizing manufacturer's procedures and field equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and power meters. 5. Conduct Pre & Post install RF signal readings per fire code requirements utilizing spectrum analyzer and/or two-way radios. 6. Perform cable sweep testing (VSWR, RL, DTF, PIM) utilizing test equipment. 7. The Crew Lead - DAS serves as main on-site customer contact for questions and/or concerns; attend facility and construction meetings when required. 8. The Crew Lead - DAS performs work consistently demonstrating a detailed level of technical knowledge; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise. 9. The Crew Lead - DAS will complete other responsibilities as assigned. Min USD $28.00/Yr. Max USD $32.00/Yr. Qualifications Physical and Mental Requirements: * The Crew Lead - DAS must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s). * The Crew Lead - DAS must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners. IES Job Description Proprietary and Confidential * The Crew Lead - DAS must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s). * The Crew Lead - DAS must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s). * The Crew Lead - DAS must be able to work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds. * Must be able to stand and walk large jobsites regularly * The Crew Lead - DAS must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones. * The Crew Lead - DAS must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed. * Regular attendance is mandatory Tools: Screwdriver set or multibit, drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. 110 punch tool, RJ45 Crimp tool, small screw driver set (aka tweaker), Diagonal side cutters, lineman's pliers, Security bit set, 18V cordless drill, 6 inch adjustable wrench, cable fishing sticks, paddle bit set, socket set (metric and SAE), digital multimeter, wire map tester, twist drill index, drill tap kit, tone generator and probe, cable loppers, metal file set, 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. * Experience with common DAS Equipment including Fiber DAS, Repeaters, Coaxial Cable, CAT 5 Cable, Antennas, Splitters, Fiber Cable, etc. * Must have a FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (G.R.O.L.) or be able to obtain one within two weeks of hire. * 3 years of experience in telecommunications field with strong emphasis in DAS. 5 years' experience in the processes and requirements of integrating public safety and cell carrier and technologies into an in-building coverage system. * Must possess a minimum of twelve (12) months' supervisory and/or managerial experience. * Proficient and experienced with the commissioning process of multiple manufacturers such as ADRF Technologies and Comba Telecom, CommScope, SOLiD Tech, and Corning. * Proficient in the use of spectrum analyzers including Keysight/Agilent, Anritsu models, and/or PCTel * Experience with PIM testing required. * Working knowledge of RF test equipment such as an Anritsu tester or similar spectrum analyzer Crew Lead - DAS Revised 6/13/2025 IES Job Description Proprietary and Confidential * 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. 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 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8+ billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 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 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. 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