Installation Technician III (Onsite)

The OpportunityCornell Information Technologies is seeking an experiencedInstallation Technician IIIto support and deploy networking and telecommunications infrastructure across Cornell's campus.This role is designed for a skilled network infrastructure professional who can independently execute installations, troubleshoot moderately complex issues, provision network equipment, and serve as a technical resource for peers and customers.Work is performed daily at multiple campus locations - both indoor and outdoor worksites - including construction areas, confined spaces, mechanical rooms, maintenance holes, and rooftops. Appropriate safety training must be completed and keptcurrentand safety gear must be worn asrequired. Mustpossess Out-of-state employees must obtain and show proof of a NYS license within 30 days of starting employment. Following a comprehensive three-month onboarding and training period, this positionparticipatesin a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule throughout the year. About the DepartmentCornellInformation Technologies (CIT) Enterprise Network Services organization providescutting-edgetechnology services and solutions that enable the Cornell community to achieve its academic, research, and administrative goals. Our highly skilled and experienced team is committed to delivering technology solutions that are bothstandards-based and process-oriented, as well as agile and adaptive. We understand the importance of adhering to best practices and industry standards to ensure our services' reliability, security, and scalability. What you will do * Receive, prioritize, and complete service orders for network and telecommunications installations, repairs, moves, adds, and changes. * Independently prepare, configure, install, andprovisionswitches, wireless access points, phones, emergency communications devices, and UPS systems. * Troubleshoot wired, wireless, and voice network issues and partner with engineering teams on resolution of more complex problems. * Pull,terminate, splice, test, and certify copper and fiber-optic cabling infrastructure. * Deploy network infrastructure supporting construction projects, building renovations, network modernization efforts, and equipment refresh initiatives. * Coordinate directly with customers, local IT support teams, contractors, and technical staff. * Maintainaccuratenetwork documentation and cable management records. * Assistin onboarding and training newer technicians. * Recommend process improvements and share technicalexpertisewith the team. What We Need * Associate degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Experience installing and supportingwired, wireless, and voice network equipment. * Experience working with copper and fiber-optic infrastructure, including splicing and termination. * Working knowledge of networking, telecommunications, and structured cabling standards. * Ability to implement engineering designs and technical specifications independently. * Working knowledge of industry standards such as TIA/EIA 568-B, single-mode fiber optic cabling * Ability to read andcomprehendengineering documents and then implement designs to specification in the field * Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. * Ability to obtain and convey technical information to people of varying levels of knowledge andresponsibility essential * Mustpossessand maintain a valid NYS Driver's License. Out-of-state employees must obtain and show proof of a NYS license within 30 days of starting employment * Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. If you have all those things,great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to h