Network Infrastructure Technician

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced BICSI Registered Telecommunications Infrastructure Technician to join our team. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader with strong organizational skills and a proven track record in managing large-scale structured cabling and low-voltage projects from planning through completion. You will be responsible for driving project success by ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance, and adherence to quality and safety standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at coordinating cross-functional teams, this is the opportunity for you. Please note, this position does not support H1B visa sponsorship. Incumbent must reside in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field. or
• Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field. or
• High School diploma.
• 3 years experience in design, integration, and implementation of voice and data communications cabling systems and related infrastructure for large sites with a Bachelor's degree. or
• 5 years experience in design, integration, and implementation of voice and data communications cabling systems and related infrastructure for large sites with an Associate's degree. or
• 7 years experience in design, integration, and implementation of voice and data communications cabling systems and related infrastructure for large sites with a High School Diploma. and
• Must be proficient in creating a detailed design of new structured cabling systems or the integration and modification of a design into an existing environment. and
• Professional certification in Cabling industry - Telecommunications Design Engineer certification and
• (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE If area of employment requires use of a University-owned vehicle, employee will be required to possess a valid Texas Drivers License, pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check, and complete drivers training (or van training, if applicable), in accordance with UTS Policy 157, appendix B.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for design, installation, maintenance and repair of all campus OSP/ISP copper and fiber backbone cabling.
• Responsible for the design, integration and installation of pathways, technology spaces, fiber and copper based distribution systems, wireless-based systems, and infrastructure that supports the transportation of information and associated signaling between and among communications and information gathering devices.
• Responsible for the installation, termination, and certification of cable plant installations (CAT 5E, CAT 6, CAT 6A, SM/MM fiber optic, etc.) pathways, spaces, bonding, grounding and fire stopping.
• Define network cabling standards, and deploy cabling and other technology space engineering solutions, such as entrance facilities, POP rooms, MDF/IDF design, rack layout, space, power, UPS systems.
• Review site surveys, condition discrepancy reports, design documents and other documentation to evaluate installation feasibility.
• Utilize AutoCad or PDF software to create and/or revise necessary construction plan documents. Calculate labor and material costs.
• Work with assigned external contractors in providing support for implementation and completion of projects within UTSW.
• Must be comfortable performing infrastructures inspections in a construction environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level