IT Systems Infrastructure Technician

Gem Equipment Of Oregon; Mount Angel (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gem Equipment Of Oregon is seeking a hands-on IT install technician in Mt. Angel, Oregon. The role involves installing and maintaining low-voltage cabling and related infrastructure, including modifying and upgrading network hardware as needed.

This full-time, on-site position requires attention to safety and accurate documentation of all work. Responsibilities include cabling, mounting devices, and assisting with IT projects across office or industrial environments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; associate degree/technical cert preferred.
• 1+ years installing or maintaining low-voltage cabling or IT infra.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware and networking concepts.

Responsibilities

• Install and organize Cat5e/Cat6a cabling and related low-voltage infrastructure.
• Mount and configure wireless access points, cameras, and network devices.
• Maintain accurate inventory, asset tags, and locations; document work performed.

Skills

Low-voltage cabling

IT infrastructure

Tool usage

Ladder safety

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree or technical cert

Tools

Hand & power tools

Cable-management systems

Networking hardware

Technical documentation

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Mt. Angel, OR 97362Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DaySummary

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Run, route, dress, secure, terminate, test, label, and organize Cat5e/Cat6a cabling and related low-voltage infrastructure as directed.
• Assist with installing and maintaining cable pathways, including conduit, raceway, cable tray and other approved low-voltage cable-management systems.
• Install and organize patch panels, wall plates, jacks, patch cables, equipment cabinets, network closets, racks, shelves, cable managers, and related physical infrastructure.
• Mount, relocate, adjust, or remove wireless access points, cameras, access-control devices, phones, small network devices, workstation equipment, printers, scanners, and related hardware.
• Operate ladders, scissor lifts, boom lifts, or other approved elevated work platforms to reach equipment mounted on walls, ceilings, columns, mezzanines, or other hard-to-access locations when properly trained and authorized.
• Physically set up workstations, including monitors, docking stations, phones, keyboards, mice, power cables, network cables, labels, and clean cable management.
• Assist with office moves, shop moves, construction-related IT work, camera deployments, wireless deployments, access-control projects, network upgrades, and other physical technology projects.
• Receive, unpack, stage, move, store, clean, prepare, organize, and track IT equipment, spare parts, cabling, tools, installation materials, and consumables.
• Perform basic physical troubleshooting, including checking power, cables, connections, damaged hardware, loose mounts, incorrect labels, indicator lights, or disconnected devices.
• Clean up after installations and projects, including removal of old cable, packaging, unused materials, retired equipment, and potential trip hazards.
• Maintain accurate inventory and location records for equipment, cables, spare devices, materials, asset tags, serial numbers, and installed hardware.
• Document physical work clearly, including cable labels, port numbers, room locations, rack locations, device names, asset tags, serial numbers, photos, and observed issues.
• Keep tools, cable bins, spare parts, storage areas, labels, installation materials, and project staging areas organized without constant supervision.
• Communicate clearly with shop-floor staff, office staff, maintenance, facilities, vendors, contractors, management, and parent-company IT staff about physical work status, material needs, access limitations, safety concerns, and unresolved issues.
• Ask clarifying questions before proceeding with unclear, unsafe, or out-of-scope work and coordinate around active production areas without unnecessary disruption.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Expectations

• Complete cabling installations that are neat, properly secured, accurately labeled, tested, and documented according to company standards.
• Maintain organized and professional cable pathways, racks, network closets, and equipment installations.
• Safely perform installation and maintenance work while following all company safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.
• Consistently demonstrate attention to detail when labeling cables, ports, devices, asset tags, and infrastructure components.
• Complete workstation setups accurately and efficiently with clean cable management and minimal disruption to operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure equipment, materials, and spare parts are properly tracked and stored.
• Keep tools, storage areas, staging areas, and workspaces clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Produce clear and accurate documentation of completed work, including locations, asset information, photos, and installation details.
• Identify and report physical infrastructure issues, safety concerns, materials shortages, and project risks in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate initiative by planning work effectively, managing assigned tasks, and requiring minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with employees, contractors, vendors, facilities personnel, and IT team members.
• Coordinate work activities to minimize disruption to office, warehouse, manufacturing, and production operations.
• Follow project instructions, timelines, and priorities while maintaining quality and accuracy standards.
• Exercise sound judgment by seeking clarification when work requirements are unclear, unsafe, or outside assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain a professional appearance, positive attitude, and customer-service mindset while representing the IT department.
• Consistently arrive prepared to work, meet attendance expectations, and complete assignments within established deadlines.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Respectfully take direction from manager.

Manager Responsibilities

This position has no management responsibilities.

QualificationsQualifications

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role.

Education Requirement

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent.
• Associate degree or technical certification in IT, Computer Systems, Electronics, Networking, Telecommunications, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware, networking concepts, and low-voltage cabling systems is advantageous.
• Ability to read and follow technical documentation, work instructions, diagrams, and labeling standards is a plus.

Experience

• 1+ years of experience installing, supporting, or maintaining low-voltage cabling, IT infrastructure, telecommunications systems, or related technical systems is a plus.
• Experience using hand and power tools for installation, mounting, and cable-management activities.
• Background working in office, warehouse, manufacturing, construction, or industrial environments.
• Ability to organize, label, document, and track technology assets, cabling, and equipment.
• Knowledge of and adherence to workplace safety practices when using ladders, lifts, and other elevated work platforms.

Physical Requirements

• Standing - 7-8 hours per day.
• Sitting - <1 hour per day.
• Walking – <1 hour per day.
• Lifting – Up to 50 lbs.
• Carrying – Up to 50 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling – Up to 50 lbs.
• Environment – Inside 90%; Outside 10%.

Travel

This position requires no travel.

Benefits

• 401k
• 401k Employer Matching Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off