Network Technician

Socket.dev; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Wilson, NC seeks a hands-on Network Technician to maintain, service, and install facility-wide network infrastructure, IP cameras, access control, and related hardware.

The role requires troubleshooting, structured cabling expertise, and practical skills including aerial lift operation, with a focus on uptime and robust cabling integrity across the site.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in IT/network infrastructure maintenance and hardware support.
• Aerial Lift Certification/Experience (scissor/boom lifts) is required.
• Copper (Cat5/Cat6) and fiber termination expertise.
• Familiarity with IDF cabinet management and basic networking concepts (VLANs, ports, routing).

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and service facility-wide network hardware and IP cameras.
• Terminate and service Cat5/Cat6 cables and fiber cables.
• Install and manage WAPs, switches, patch panels, and UPS in IDF cabinets.
• Install/maintain VOIP phones and access control systems.
• Maintain and service IP camera systems and access control devices.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform shop fabrication for mounting solutions and brackets.
• Operate aerial lifts to install/maintain equipment.

Skills

Hands-on IT/network infra

Structured cabling

Hardware support

Tools

Termination tools (Cat5/Cat6)

Fiber termination tools

Patch panels/UPS mgmt

VLAN basics

Job description

Network Technician

Location: Wilson, NC

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Network Technician to join our team in Wilson, NC. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing, and installing facility-wide network infrastructure, physical hardware, access control systems, and IP cameras. The ideal candidate possesses solid troubleshooting capabilities, structured cabling experience, and practical hands-on skills (including aerial lift operation and basic fabrication).

Key Responsibilities

• Hardware & Display Installation: Install, maintain, and replace TVs, desktop hardware, and thin-client devices (Raspberry Pis, IGELs) throughout office spaces, breakrooms, and the facility floor.

• Cabling & Termination:

  • Terminate and service Cat5/Cat6 cables (Shielded, Non-Shielded, and Plenum) including network jacks and RJ-45 connectors.

  • Terminate and service Fiber Optic cables (Single-mode and Multi-mode).

• Infrastructure & Equipment Management:

  • Install, manage, and service WIC boxes, patch panels, wire management systems, switches, and UPS backup units inside IDF cabinets.

  • Install, service, and replace Wireless Access Points (WAPs) facility-wide.

  • Install, service, and replace VOIP phones as needed.

• Security & Surveillance Systems:

  • Maintain and service access control equipment across the facility.

  • Install, service, and replace IP camera systems and components on individual machinery and facility-wide setups.

• Troubleshooting & Maintenance:

  • Perform basic and intermediate diagnostic troubleshooting to isolate and resolve infrastructure issues promptly (e.g., faulty jacks/cables, bad switch ports, incorrect VLAN configurations) to minimize operational downtime.

• Fabrication & Shop Work:

  • Utilize basic fabrication skills in the Kaizen shop to design/build custom brackets, stands, or mounting solutions for network equipment installations.

• Equipment Operation:

  • Safely operate aerial lifts (scissor lift and boom lift) to perform elevated installation and maintenance work.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Hands-on experience in IT/network infrastructure maintenance, structured cabling, and hardware support.

• Aerial Lift Certification/Experience: Previous experience operating scissor lifts and boom lifts is strictly required.

• Technical Skills:

  • Expertise with copper (Cat5/Cat6) and fiber termination.

  • Familiarity with IDF cabinet management (switches, patch panels, UPS systems).

  • Basic understanding of networking fundamentals (VLANs, switch ports, IP routing).

• Physical & Practical Requirements:

  • Basic fabrication skills (working with tools in a shop setting to construct mounts/brackets).

  • Ability to climb, work at elevated heights, lift equipment, and maneuver around a facility floor.

• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving ability, high attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a smooth-running infrastructure.

The Budd Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation. #LI-DNI

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