Network Technician
Texas State University
Posting Information
Posting Number2025286
Posting/Functional TitleNetwork Technician
University Pay Plan TitleNetwork Technician
LocationSan Marcos
DepartmentNetwork Operations
Recruitment TypeOpen to All
Job TypeFull-Time
Funding SourcePermanent
Monthly Salary$5,000.00 + Commensurate with Experience
Job CategoryNon-Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
+ At least 5 years experience installing copper and fiber optic network cabling
+ At least 5 years experience installing, testing, and maintaining physical telephone cabling (copper, fiber optic)
+ Experience with project management of varying sizes of construction projects.
+ Basic knowledge of BICSI and EIA / TIA telecommunications standards.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Familiar with TCP /IP networking
+ Experience with telecommunications ticketing systems
+ Experience troubleshooting complex technical problems
+ Team Leadership Experience
+ Certifications ( BICS , etc)
Job Description
We are hiring a network technician to support our multi-campus voice and data network infrastructure. You will be supporting a large campus network with copper and fiber optic cabling in about 150 buildings. You will be part of a team that maintains the physical network cabling and supports users with telephones, electronic door access, security cameras and other technology infrastructure.
About Us:
We are a small team that is responsible for operating all aspects of the Texas State University campus network. Each member of the team wears multiple hats depending on the task at hand. We strive to maintain a highly reliable and available network infrastructure for the university community.
About You:
We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, who enjoys learning new things and solving problems. You should have strong interpersonal skills and must be able to work collaboratively with a team and interface with end-users and management. You must also be able to work independently with minimal supervision to achieve specific goals and complete assigned tasks and projects.
Job Duties
+ Install, terminate and test voice and network cabling, including category-6 copper cables as well as single-mode and multi-mode fiber optic cables.
+ Troubleshoot and repair a wide variety of network infrastructure and cabling problems.
+ Create, track and report work orders related to moves, adds, changes and problem resolution.
+ Utilize test equipment to verify all communication cables meet established standards and specifications.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants
On-Call rotation as needed
Job Open Date02/07/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)
Open Until FilledYes
Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End5:00PM
Posting NoticesYou will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.
Legal and Required Notices
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/51345
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