Network Administrator

Our client is seeking a mid-level Network Administrator. This role blends network administration and engineering, with a strong emphasis on being customer-facing. You'll work directly with business stakeholders to understand operational needs, translate them into technical solutions, and support hands-on network infrastructure initiatives across multiple sites.
If you enjoy balancing technical execution with business collaboration, this is a great opportunity to make a visible impact within a manufacturing environment.

Schedule & Logistics

• Onsite: Monday-Thursday | Remote: Fridays
• On-call: 1 week/month (minimal call volume)
• Travel: ~50-60% between nearby plants (all within ~45 minutes)
  • Locations include Plymouth, St. Cloud, Kiel, Hilbert, and Elkhart Lake
  • Mileage reimbursement provided (outside normal commute)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 2 network support, troubleshooting complex LAN/WAN/WLAN, voice, and connectivity issues
• Administer and maintain Cisco network infrastructure (routers, switches, wireless)
• Partner with engineering and facilities teams to design and build MDF/IDF telecom rooms
• Coordinate structured cabling (fiber & copper) projects including installation, testing, labeling, and documentation
• Support network deployments and cutovers for plant and office environments
• Assist with wireless deployments, including site surveys and performance validation in manufacturing settings
• Deploy and support paging systems and collaborate with AV vendors
• Manage telephony systems (Cisco CUCM, Microsoft Teams Phone)
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow change management processes
• Participate in on-call rotation and ongoing infrastructure support

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of network administration and deployment experience
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (LAN/WAN, routing, switching, VLANs)
• Experience with Cisco technologies (Catalyst, Nexus, CUCM)
• Ability to read engineering/facility drawings and translate into network plans
• Working knowledge of structured cabling standards (fiber & copper)
• Experience coordinating MDF/IDF buildouts and vendor-led installations
• Familiarity with wireless site survey tools (Ekahau or similar)
• Experience supporting telephony systems (Cisco or Teams Voice)
• Exposure to industrial/OT networking environments is a plus
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and vendor coordination skills

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Paging system design/implementation in manufacturing environments
• Understanding of PLC environments, AGVs/AMRs, or OT segmentation (Level 2/3)
• Certifications such as CCNA or CCNP

What Makes This Role Unique

• High visibility with business stakeholders-not just a back-end role
• Mix of hands-on engineering and strategic collaboration
• Opportunity to work across multiple sites and technologies
• Clear path to full-time conversion

Ideal Candidate

Someone who is technically strong but also personable-able to communicate clearly with non-technical users, manage vendors, and take ownership of infrastructure projects from planning through execution.
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 May 25, 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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