Network Administrator

Overview

Our client is seeking a mid-level Network Administrator for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This is a highly customer-facing role that blends hands-on networking expertise with strong business partnership skills. You'll work directly with stakeholders to understand operational needs and translate them into effective network solutions across both office and manufacturing environments.
This position offers a mix of network administration and engineering, with involvement in infrastructure design, deployment, and ongoing support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Tier 2 network support, troubleshooting LAN, WAN, WLAN, voice, and security issues while maintaining clear documentation
• Administer and support Cisco network infrastructure (Catalyst, Nexus, routers, switches, wireless controllers, and APs)
• Design and coordinate MDF/IDF buildouts, including racks, power, UPS, grounding, and environmental standards
• Partner with engineering and vendors to execute fiber routes, structured cabling, and network installations
• Oversee cabling lifecycle: installation, termination, testing, labeling, and documentation
• Support connectivity across plants and offices (VLANs, switchports, cutovers, endpoint validation)
• Assist with wireless deployments, including site surveys (Ekahau or similar), AP installation, and performance optimization
• Coordinate and support industrial paging systems and AV integrations in manufacturing environments
• Administer telephony systems (Cisco CUCM, Microsoft Teams Phone), including provisioning and call routing
• Maintain accurate documentation, follow change management processes, and support IT/OT environments
• Participate in on-call rotation for incident response

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of network administration and deployment experience
• Ability to interpret engineering/facility drawings and translate into network/cabling plans
• Knowledge of copper and fiber cabling standards, testing, labeling, and documentation best practices
• Experience with MDF/IDF buildouts and vendor-led infrastructure projects
• Hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies (routers, switches, wireless)
• Experience with telephony systems (Cisco CUCM, Teams Voice)
• Familiarity with wireless survey tools (Ekahau or similar)
• Exposure to industrial/OT networking (PLCs, segmentation, AGVs/AMRs preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and vendor coordination skills

Preferred Experience

• CCNA (or working toward certification); CCNP is a plus
• Experience supporting manufacturing environments
• Paging system design/implementation in industrial settings

Soft Skills

• Strong customer-facing communication skills-ability to translate technical concepts for business users
• Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams and vendors
• Analytical problem-solving and continuous improvement approach
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Why Join?

• Opportunity to move into a full-time role with bonus potential
• Diverse work environment across multiple sites and technologies
• Strong mix of hands-on technical work and stakeholder engagement
• Exposure to both IT and OT networking environments

Core Skills

Network Engineering Cisco Routers/Switches WAN/LAN Wireless Routing/Switching Troubleshooting Infrastructure Support VPN CUCM Teams Voice
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plymouth, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $42.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Plymouth,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.