Network Technician II

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Position Title: Network Technician II

Job Category: University Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Network Technician II

Job Duties: Completes routine planning, installation, maintenance, inventory, programming and recovery efforts of network cabling, hardware, and associated equipment to maintain data and telecommunication technologies.

• Future responsibilities will include: telephone system administration, equipment quoting and purchasing, card access systems, etc.
• Provides technical support for network fiber circuits
• Reports and documents network fiber, usage, and/or signal conduit routes
• Analyzes and troubleshoots routine network cabling, hardware issues, user requests, and reports utilizing established diagnostic resources under direct supervision
• Reviews and provides network maintenance enhancements
• Writes, reviews, and updates network installation documentation to meet specific operational requests
• Schedules logistics and secures resources for work order responses and specified institutional networking projects and updates to ensure adherence to timelines and quality expectations
• Installs, configures, maintains, replaces, and monitors routine network cabling, hardware, and system security components
• Communicates and coordinates with customers on planned installation or emergency recovery activities

Department: IT - Network Management

Compensation: Starting at $20.00 per hour commensurate with experience

• 2 years of related experience

• Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams), Axis Communications software, Milestone XProtect Smart Client, Atlassian Jira Service Desk
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, climb ladders, interpret color codes, use power tools
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Associate's Degree or 2 years of related experience

Work Authorization

Unless otherwise indicated in the job posting, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. UWOshkosh is not an e-verify employer; therefore, STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

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