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Indiana Wesleyan University

IT Network Technician

Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, Indiana, United States, 46953


IT Network Technician

Job no:

494118Work type:

Hourly (Full Time)Location:

Marion, INCategories:

Information Technology

Job Title:

IT Network Technician

Reporting Relationship:

Assistant Director of Network Services

Unit:

Central Administration

Department:

Information Technology-Central Administration

Campus Location:

Maxwell Building, Marion, IN and any travel necessary for work needed at the regional education centers

Summary of Position:

Maintain, and troubleshoot wiring infrastructure, phone network, and wireless network. Make changes to network as needed to support the needs of the university, faculty, staff, and students.

Duties and Responsibilities

Performs moves, adds, and changes as directedWorking technician for all data / voice communications projectsPerforms locates of our underground network when neededPerforms wire and fiber pulls as neededMonitors performance of all network equipmentInstalls and swaps out network switches, UPS, and wireless access points as neededOrganizes and maintains all network closets. Keeps wiring in all racks orderlyResponds to all network and telecom outages and trouble reportsKeeps records and inventory of all network equipment, including shelf stock, cabling and jacksCollaborates with other team members, as well as other IT personnel, in the documenting of and completion of telecommunication and network projectsWorks with and train student workers as assignedTravels to regional sites to perform routine, scheduled, or emergency maintenance itemsAny other duties as assignedPHYSICAL/VISUAL DEMANDS:

Requires ability to climb stairs and laddersAbility to lift 80 pounds on a regular basisMust be able to work in high places and in confined areas Walking to areas across campusRequires ability to use various signal meters and hand toolsMust be able to read and comprehend instructionsMust be able to communicate well in written form, verbally, in person and via telephone or in virtual meetings

ENVIRONMENT:

Crawl spaces, plenum spaces, small closets, confined spaces, and laddersWalking, sitting, standing, stooping, twisting, bending for periods at a timePosition may require non-scheduled after hours and weekend shifts

Qualifications:

According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

High school diploma requiredAssociate degree or technical training in technology preferredExperience

Experience with Ethernet, fiber optic, and wireless networksKnowledge of category 6e wiring standardsKnowledge of building and electrical codesKnowledge of fiber optic technologyRequired Skills

Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers though verbal and written communicationsMust be able to communicate effectively with clients in person, via email, telephone or in virtual meetingsComprehension of color scheme for fiber optic terminationsComprehension of color scheme for multi-pair cable terminationsFamiliar with Microsoft Office 360 and AzureFamiliar with Cisco and HP Aruba Networking

Diversity Statement

IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Advertised:

02 Oct 2024 US Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:

02 Nov 2024 US Eastern Daylight Time