Information Technology Technician I (Network Field Technician) (Temporary)

Full Job Description

Assists in the installation, repair and troubleshooting of network cabling and devices, including but not limited to CAT6 and fiber optic cabling and jacks, telephones, wireless access points, security cameras, and emergency call boxes. Assists in the installation of equipment for network closets and data centers, including switches, routers, and servers. Performs, adds, moves, and changes as necessary for any cabling and associated equipment on any of the seven campuses. Perform other duties as necessary.

Midlands Technical College is dedicated to providing excellent service to its students, employees, and the community. In doing so, all MTC employees will take two Service Excellence courses; Service Excellence is a college-wide program to enhance our collective efforts of ensuring MTC is a first-choice college.

This position is located on the Airport Campus in the Information Resource Management department.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Technology, or related field and two (2) years’ experience in troubleshooting of network infrastructure, cabling, and equipment; or a high school diploma and four (4) years’ experience.

Qualifications

Knowledge of network cabling standards and best practices. Basic knowledge of electronics including use of test equipment. Ability to distinguish colors, patterns and interpret network and cabling diagrams. Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to work closely with others. Must have excellent troubleshooting skills, including the ability to find solutions to issues from technical documents and manuals with limited guidance. Requires extended periods of climbing, standing, lifting and walking, and periodic sitting and computer use. Must be able to work within confined spaces (crawl spaces, wiring closets), use ladders, hydraulic lifts and lift heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs.). Must maintain clean driving record and perform extensive in-town driving to all seven college campuses.

Additional Information

It shall be the policy of Midlands Technical College to make employment decisions (recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment) without discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnic group, color, age, religion, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, military service, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, or any other category protected by applicable law.

In accordance with South Carolina state law, Midlands Technical College is also committed to making qualified veterans a priority for employment.