Network Technician

IO Datasphere, Inc. has been providing project management, software development and IT staff augmentation services to our clients in the Midwest and throughout the U.S. since 1996. We are an approved vendor on contract to provide software development and IT staff augmentation services for the States of Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin. We also provide these services to businesses, as well as local and county governments, in the Midwest and nationwide.

Our client is looking for a Network Technician to install or replace network switches and ports in client’s infrastructure. This work will be conducted throughout the 7-county metro area, both inside and outside. This position will support engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues.

Tasks

· Support System Engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues

· Support and communicate about workspace standard power systems and wireless connectivity issues with the network team

· Document work performed using pictures, notes, and shared spreadsheets

· Ensure equipment installation is in proper location of connected infrastructure

· Ensure basic installation steps are performed

· Communicate set-up issues and concerns with System Engineers and the network team

· Identify appropriate hardware equipment to be transported and delivered for the required job

· Safely load and secure hardware equipment in vehicles

· Document appropriate hardware equipment delivered to System Engineer

· Discuss planned hardware transportation, installation, schedule, and connection with the Systems Engineer

· Assist the Systems Engineer in layout of new infrastructure equipment

· Communicate planned work completion or issues

· Provide knowledge transfer to other Network Team members as required

· Experience promoting an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees

NOTE:

The work is expected to be done onsite throughout the 7-county metro area, both inside and outside. Resources must have reliable transportation. Travel expenses won’t be reimbursed.

Location:

St. Paul, MN (Onsite throughout 7 county metro area.)

Contract:

5+ months w/possible extension

• · Experience working with General low voltage power, multi-media connectivity, and Solar Winds
• · Experience in installing or replacing physical network switches and ports & be able to provide basic installation steps.
• · Experience reading blueprints and floor plans
• · Diagnosing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues
• · Cisco & Azure certification
• High school diploma/GED AND four or more years of relevant work experience; or an Associate or higher degree OR two-year college/technical school certification AND two or more years of relevant work experience

*** Rate depends on experience

*** Candidates authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship encouraged to apply. We cannot accept OPT or CPT visas at this time.

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