Network Field Technician

Franklin Fitch; Marshall (TX); On-site; USD 31,684 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and recruiting company is seeking a Network Field Technician for a 6-month contract-to-hire role. The technician will support network connectivity, install and configure equipment, and troubleshoot issues. Ideal candidates have an associate degree in IT or equivalent experience and 2+ years in IT support. Strong troubleshooting skills and familiarity with diagnostic tools are required. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $23-$27 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of IT support or networking experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and networks.
• Familiarity with Windows, macOS, enterprise applications, and user access management.

Responsibilities

• Support network connectivity, including VPN, WAN, Wi-Fi, and inter-campus communication.
• Install and configure switches, access points, and cables.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues for users and devices.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Network configuration

Technical documentation

Collaboration with IT teams

Education

Associate degree in IT or equivalent experience

Tools

Wireshark

tcpdump

Job description

Base pay range

$23.00/hr - $27.00/hr

Network Field Technician | 6 month Contract-to-Hire | $23-$27ph

What You’ll Do

• Support network connectivity, including VPN, WAN, Wi-Fi, and inter-campus communication.
• Install and configure switches, access points, cabling, patch panels, and racks.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues for users, printers, VoIP, and enterprise applications.
• Perform break/fix support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals.
• Assist with network upgrades, expansions, and infrastructure projects.
• Provide support for audio/visual equipment and event setups.
• Document procedures, create network diagrams, and maintain technical records.
• Collaborate closely with IT teams, administrators, and vendors.
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide timely issue resolution.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate degree in IT, Network Administration, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of IT support or networking experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and networks.
• Familiarity with Windows, macOS, enterprise applications, and user access management.

Preferred Qualifications

• CompTIA Network+ certification.
• Knowledge of OSI model, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, NAT, subnetting, and routing.
• Experience with switches, routers, and WAN technologies (MPLS, SD-WAN, DIA, broadband).
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools like Wireshark, tcpdump, and traceroute.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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