IT Specialist II - Infrastructure

Openings as of 10/18/2026.

• Position Type:
  Leading District Professional/ Technology
• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Location:
  
  Teaching & Learning Center
• Closing Date: 10/30/2026

Reports to: Manager III
- Core Engineering
Salary Range: $51,222 - $61,719
Pay Grade: 502
Duty Days: 239
PCN: 23330
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Installs, maintains, and repairs the District's structured cabling plants, analog/IP based multimedia, public address, sound systems, multimedia projectors, access control, video surveillance, analog/IP video systems as well as other systems that may connect to, or be associated with, the Fort Worth ISD network infrastructure.

Installs, maintains, and repairs structured data and voice cabling systems.

Installs, maintains, and repairs CAT 3, 5e, 6, and 6A structured data cabling systems within District facilities including aerial, under building, and underground installations.

Troubleshoots, installs, maintains, and repairs analog and IP based video surveillance components.

Retrofits, installs, repairs, and assesses video systems and access control.

Installs additional technology equipment as required.

Documents and updates District cabling plants and as-built drawings.

Installs Cable Support and Raceway Systems such as cable trays, ladder racks, J-hooks, bridle/Drings, messenger wires, inner ducts, and associated hardware.

Conducts testing using tone test set, volt-ohm meter, Fluke or related network testing equipment, and diagnoses open, shorted, crossed, split pairs, and active circuits.

Constructs data closets (i.e., Mounts and installs backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optics and associated hardware per District and industry standards).

Installs, maintains, and repairs analog/IP based multimedia projection and sound systems.

Installs, maintains, and repairs digital signage solutions.

Installs, maintains, and repairs analog/IP based Public Address systems.

Assists network operations in maintaining and repairing analog, digital, and IP based telephony systems.

Assists with physical installation, connection and maintenance of network switches, routers and wireless access points.

Remains cognizant of current technology trends, and attends training required to maintain minimum Level I Copper Installer BICSI certification.

Provides exceptional service to both internal and external customers.

Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.

Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.

Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge of layers 1-3 of the OSI Model, basic electronics, electrical and data closet design, various types of horizontal/vertical cabling and associated connectors.

Knowledge of safety protocols, including District rules and regulations, OSHA, and Texas rules of the road. ? Skill in detecting and correcting issues related to orders received, purchase orders, work orders, and customer concerns. ? Skill in judgment and creativity in decision-making; considering the relative costs and benefits of potential…