Technical Skills Specialist

Job Summary:

The Technical Skills Specialist is responsible for doing technical skills assessments with all non-entry-level Structured Cabling candidates to determine their skill-level.  MUST HAVE FIELD EXPERIENCE IN STRUCTURED CABLING - BICSI CERTIFICATIONS PREFERRED

General Job Duties and Responsibilities:

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• Work with internal teams and hiring managers to facilitate recruitment efforts.
• Technical assessments for internal candidates.
• Technical assessments for both new Direct Hires and Temporary employees
• Able to preserve confidential information; self-sufficient problem solver; work with little or no supervision and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Identify and source appropriate talent for current open roles within the organization.
• Counsel candidates on corporate benefits, salary, and corporate environment
• Participate in employment events, such as career fairs and college visits.
• Use sophisticated applicant tracking systems and other recruiting software and CRM system to track applicants through the selection phase to on-boarding.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, professional and help to create, develop and implement process improvement(s).
• Must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• Must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral direction(s) to project personnel.
• Extended periods of sitting, computer use, talking and possibly standing.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and confidentiality
• Regular attendance is mandatory.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and build relationships.
• Practices continual process improvement and sourcing best practices to enhance service.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Proven ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize and organize multiple activities to meet hiring managers’ demands.
• Ensure that customers (hiring managers) know their needs are recognized and services are being provided as quickly as possible.
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
• Ability to travel locally to Talent Acquisition opportunities.
• Must have at least six (6) years of structured cabling/low-voltage field experience. Prefer Lead level or higher.

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 2023 fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, IES produced over $2.3 billion in revenue and employed over 8,400 employees at over 129 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.

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. 

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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.

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