Network Technician

Human Resources Team MemberLocated in beautiful southeast Arizona, Sierra Vista Unified School District is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! Competitive Salaries, Incentives, Paid Holidays & Leave, Exceptional Employee Benefits & Resources, Culture of Caring & Support.Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent, Associates degree in networking or accredited data network certification, i.e. Network+ or Cisco certification with a minimum of three years of full-time experience preferred or at least 5 years' experience successfully supporting enterprise networks in lieu of degree or certifications. Experience with Cisco, HP enterprise network switches and Shortel VOIP communications systems, preferred. Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona State Drivers License. Ability to obtain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to grasp higher-level technology issues and troubleshoot to resolution. Knowledge of industry standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment associated with the trade. Proficient in Microsoft Office application such as Outlook, Excel, Word. Strong knowledge of local and wide area networks both wired and wireless including an understanding of computer network transmission mediums. Ability to review network logs to discern state changes of network equipment. Ability to troubleshoot higher-level network issues, make repairs and perform scheduled updates. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to multi-task, meet objectives and solve issues in stressful situations with high speed of completion and high degree of accuracy. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to understand and follow a work schedule and written and/or verbal instructions. Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to operate computer equipment for email communications, word processing, data management, and other assigned tasks as related to the position. Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations. Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents, and community members. Utilize, with fidelity, the District Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) program at the building level. Ability to understand and maintain students' and parents' rights to confidentiality and not violate those rights; nor discuss students in inappropriate places or with anyone not in direct contact with such individual students. Ensure information obtained through the course of duties associated with this position, is held in the highest of confidentiality. Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures, and Board policies, including mandatory reporting procedures.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Network Technician will design, troubleshoot, configure, install and maintain all district wired and wireless data and voice network hardware, software and related sub systems. Install, upgrade, document, troubleshoot and maintain network software, hardware, peripherals and VOIP systems. Coordinate with ISP to resolve WAN and internet connectivity issues. Coordinate with vendors on network related projects. Install, inspect, troubleshoot and replace network cabling. Perform onsite or remote maintenance on network switches. Maintain all network distribution facility locations at all sites. Inspect, maintain and replace network uninterruptible power supplies. Assists site IT technicians with desktop support if needed. Provides input and makes recommendations to IT Supervisor on maintenance contracts and network equipment replacement and refreshes. Assists IT Supervisor with management and maintenance of network firewall.Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms, sit, stand, walk, stoop, and bend as necessary. The employee may lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing a minimum of 50 pounds. The employee will ascend/descend ladders and walk/stand for extended periods. The employee will read correspondence and computer screens, and use the telephone.Work Environment:Work is indoors and outdoors, with exposure to all weather conditions and temperatures. Exposure to noise, dust, gas and fumes. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have contact with employees, students and public.Organizational Relationships:The Network Technician reports to the Director of Information Technology. The Network Technician will interact cooperatively with all other staff positions. All elements of good human relations will be practiced.Terms of Employment:Starting at $24.00 Per Hour, 12 Months/8 hours, FLSA Status: Non-exempt.Benefits:SVUSD offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options available at an additional cost to employees. Benefits also include paid leave, paid holidays, paid life insurance, and an equal contribution to the Arizona State Retirement plan.Non-Discrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer:The Sierra Vista Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Sierra Vista Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Sierra Vista Unified School District No. 68