Network Technician

Our client is seeking a skilled Network Technician to support their team for roughly 6 weeks. This position while 6 weeks is still a great opportunity to establish yourself as a proven resource for growing client in the enterprise IT market. This opportunity is best suited for a well rounded service driven IT technician with strong networking skills and/or a passion for end user support!
Primary Responsivities:
Installs and maintains personal computers and networks, including all peripheral equipment;
Installs wiring and fiber optic cables;
Installs and configures file servers, print servers, communications servers, network switches, personal computers and
printers (network and desktop);
Diagnoses computer and network problems on-site or by means of help desk staff with user telephone consultations;
Works with vendors to configure and troubleshoot routers, circuit problems, and various third party software applications;
Upgrades computers and peripheral equipment;
Tests wiring;
Maintenance of various non-personal computer user interfaces (KRONOS Time and Attendance keypads, etc.);
Assists in the testing of new operating systems and software titles for interoperability and functionality with existing systems
and software;
Attends seminars and technical education classes to keep abreast of current trends in information technology.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Working knowledge of modern personal computers and local and wide area networks;
Working knowledge of installation procedures relating to personal computers, local and wide area networks, peripheral
equipment and software, etc.
Ability to install office computer systems and networks;
Ability to evaluate equipment configuration requirements;
Ability to diagnose computer system and network problems and assist in their resolution;
Ability to direct users in system and network use;
Ability to understand written material;
Ability to follow oral and written directions;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Desired Skills / Knowledge:
Network troubleshooting, Cabling, switches, routers, hardware support, software support, configurations, installation experience, LAN / WAN
Additional Skills & Qualifications
A. Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with at least a Bachelor's Degree in
management information systems, computer science, information resources management, information technology, or a
closely related field and one (1) year of full-time, paid experience in the installation, configuration, troubleshooting and
maintenance of computer systems and networks; OR,
B. Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in management
information systems, computer science, information resources management, information technology, or a closely related
field and two (2) years of full-time, paid experience in the installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of
computer systems and networks; OR,
C. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and three (3) years of full-time, paid
experience in the installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of computer systems and networks.
NOTE:
1. Successful completion of a three (3) credit semester hour course in college-level computer science, computer information
systems, or a closely-related field may be substituted for three months of appropriate experience.
2. Successful completion of a course of study offered by a technical training institute, college or corporate training program
may be substituted for one year of appropriate experience, if the following conditions are met:
a. The course of training involves learning the fundamental aspects of computer programming, systems analysis,
telecommunications, LAN/WAN system configuration or a similar course with technical emphasis on the operation of a
connected computer system.
b. The candidate provides an official description of the coursework and evidence that it was successfully completed.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level / 1-3 years of experience +
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Cohoes, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/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 fully onsite position in Cohoes,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
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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.