Infrastructure Installation Technician

Job Description

Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university committed to teaching and learning research and outreach to the Commonwealth of Virginia the nation and the world. Building on its motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve) Virginia Tech is dedicated to Inclusive VTserving in the spirit of community diversity and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice the Principles of Community which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members. Virginia Tech actively seeks a broad spectrum of candidates to join our community in preparing leaders for the world.

Network Infrastructure and Services (NI&S) is part of the Division of Information Technology at Virginia Tech. We provide advanced network communications public safety cable television and data center services. We design deploy and operate enterprise scale high-performance computing and communications networks. Come join us in ensuring that Hokies have direct access to reliable leading edge high-speed national and global research networks and facilities for teaching and learning research administration and community service and engagement.

NI&S is a dynamic and exciting organization with a commitment to continuous improvement and is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to fill this role. Members of our team will have an opportunity to learn and grow in an environment where all members of the team are expected to:

• Work cooperatively with others as part of a highly functional team
• Recognize and respect the practices customs values and norms of other individuals groups and cultures
• Focus on identifying and satisfying customer needs
• Build positive and professional working relationships
• Listen actively and effectively
• Understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives
• Present ideas and concepts clearly utilizing effective verbal written and visual communications skills
• Manage time and prioritize tasks to ensure assignments are completed according to established expectations
• Demonstrate self discipline and reliability

As a member of our Network Infrastructure and Installation team you will contribute to the installation of cable conduit surface raceway optical fiber and various types of network hardware and equipment needed for Virginia Techs communications networks. These networks meet the operational academic social and research needs of over 33000 students and 8000 faculty/staff.

Although not limited to the following the positions responsibilities will include:

• Perform tasks associated with the installation repair and maintenance of the University voice data and video systems.
• Perform activation of various telecommunications services as specified in work orders.
• Assist with fusion splicing termination and testing of optical fiber.
• With supervision completes installation of network hardware to include wireless access points and Ethernet switches.
• Installation of Category 6 station cable termination of RJ-45 jacks termination of S-210 wiring blocks and perform certification of station cable to ensure compliance with university and industry standards.
• Maintain work order documentation and verify that 911 information is correct after work orders are completed.
• Participation in project management as a team member following all appropriate IT Project Management processes and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively and with supervision maintain highly accurate documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and able to effectively function as a team member with ability to accurately follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have a valid drivers license with a good driving record and have a background check with favorable results.
• Able to climb ladders reach overhead and kneel down for long periods of time.
• Able to use handheld tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing installation and repair work on voice data and video systems.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and floor plans.
• Understanding of telecommunications structured cabling standards.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers and cable testers.

Pay Band

3

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience up to $50710

Hours per week

40

Review Date

6/15/2026

Additional Information

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors College.The university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.