We are seeking an onsite IT Field Technician in Portage, MI for a 12 month contract. The IT Field Technician will undertake tasks of network development and maintenance including a switch refresh project, data center teardown, racking/stacking, cabling, etc.

Schedule: Standard schedule will be Monday thru Friday, 8am to 5pm (70% of the time), however during cutovers, evening and weekend hours will be required.

Pay Rate: $25-35/hr

Responsibilities:

• Install well-functioning computer networks, connections, and cabling.
• Perform troubleshooting to system failures and identify bottlenecks to ensure long term efficiency of network.
• Inspect LAN infrastructure and troubleshoot problems/bugs.
• Test and configure software and maintain and repair hardware and peripheral devices.
• Organize and schedule upgrades and maintenance without deterring others from completing their own work.
• Vendor management

Requirements:

• 1-2 years’ experience as network technician or relevant position
• Outstanding diagnostic, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication skills
• Good knowledge of LAN/WAN networks, TCP/IP protocols and network technologies
• Hands-on experience with common software and hardware
• CompTIA or Cisco network certification a plus
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation