Network Technician

Network Technician

Location: Saint Paul, MN

Job Description:

Client is seeking up to four full-time Network Technician resources to install or replace network switches and ports in their 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 their System Engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues. 

Note: The work is expected to be done onsite throughout the 7-county metro area, both inside and outside. Resources must have reliable transportation

Responsibilities:

·         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.

Required 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

·         Resources must have reliable transportation

·         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.