Network Technician

Position: Network Technician

Duration: 6 months

Location: St. Paul, MN (onsite from day 1)

Interview Mode: In-person Interviews

On-site, multiple locations across the 7-county metro area, job includes performing work both inside and outside
Travel: Reliable transportation required

• Anticipated Project Start Date: July 15, 2026 or as soon as Work Order Contracts are executed
• Anticipated End Date: December 15, 2026

Description of Project

The Metropolitan Council (Met Council) is seeking up to four full-time Network Technician resources to install or replace network switches and ports in Transit and Met Council system infrastructure throughout the organization. This work will be conducted throughout the 7-county metro area, both inside and outside. 

At a high level, the resources will support Met Council System Engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues.  

Sample Tasks

• Install or replace physical network switches and ports in Transit and Council system infrastructure throughout the organization
• Support System Engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues
• Support and communicate about workspace standard power systems and wireless connectivity issues with the network team
• Document work performed using pictures, notes, and shared spreadsheets
• Ensure equipment installation is in proper location of Council and Council connected infrastructure
• Ensure basic installation steps are performed
• Communicate set-up issues and concerns with System Engineers and the network team
• Identify appropriate hardware equipment to be transported and delivered for the required job
• Safely load and secure hardware equipment in Council vehicles
• Document appropriate hardware equipment delivered to System Engineer
• Discuss planned hardware transportation, installation, schedule, and connection with the Systems Engineer
• Assist the Systems Engineer in layout of new infrastructure equipment
• Communicate planned work completion or issues
• Provide knowledge transfer to other Network Team members as required

Desired Skills

• High school diploma/GED AND four or more years of relevant work experience; or an Associate or higher degree OR two-year college/technical school certification AND two or more years of relevant work experience
• Cisco certification
• Azure certification
• Experience working with General low voltage power, multi-media connectivity, and SolarWinds
• Experience reading blueprints and floor plans
• Experience promoting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees