Network Technician II

UWOSH University of Wisconsin Oshkosh; Dempsey (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is seeking a Network Technician II in IT - Network Management. You will perform planning, installation, maintenance, inventory, and recovery of network cabling, hardware, and related equipment to support data and telecommunication systems.

Responsibilities include providing technical support for network fiber circuits, documenting routes and usage, and coordinating with customers on planned installations or emergency recovery activities.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience required.
• Associate's Degree or 2 years of related experience required.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and work at heights.
• Work independently and in a team environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs planning, installation, maintenance, inventory, programming and recovery of network cabling, hardware, and related equipment.
• Future responsibilities include telephone system administration, equipment quoting and purchasing, and card access systems.
• Provides technical support for network fiber circuits.
• Documents network fiber, usage, and signal conduit routes.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots routine network cabling and hardware issues with established diagnostics.
• Writes, reviews, and updates network installation documentation.
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for work orders and projects to meet timelines and quality.
• Installs, configures, maintains, replaces, and monitors network cabling, hardware, and system security components.
• Communicates and coordinates with customers on planned installation or emergency recovery activities.

Skills

2 years of related experience

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

Work independently and in a team

Education

Associate's Degree or 2 years of related experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Axis Communications software

Milestone XProtect Smart Client

Atlassian Jira Service Desk

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.

Position Title: Network Technician II

Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Network Technician II

Job Duties: Completes routine planning, installation, maintenance, inventory, programming and recovery efforts of network cabling, hardware, and associated equipment to maintain data and telecommunication technologies.

• Future responsibilities will include: telephone system administration, equipment quoting and purchasing, card access systems, etc.
• Provides technical support for network fiber circuits
• Reports and documents network fiber, usage, and/or signal conduit routes
• Analyzes and troubleshoots routine network cabling, hardware issues, user requests, and reports utilizing established diagnostic resources under direct supervision
• Reviews and provides network maintenance enhancements
• Writes, reviews, and updates network installation documentation to meet specific operational requests
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for work order responses and specified institutional networking projects and updates to ensure adherence to timelines and quality expectations
• Installs, configures, maintains, replaces, and monitors routine network cabling, hardware, and system security components
• Communicates and coordinates with customers on planned installation or emergency recovery activities

Department: IT - Network Management

Compensation: Starting at $20.00 per hour commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications:

• 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel,Teams)
• Axis Communications software
• Milestone XProtect Smart Client
• Atlassian Jira Service Desk

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, climb ladders, interpret color codes, use power tools

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Education: Associate's Degree or 2 years of related experience

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UW Oshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

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