Network Technician

Job Summary

Morris Technology Solutions is seeking a Network Technician to support enterprise network infrastructure projects, with a focus on hands-on network hardware installation, equipment replacement, and migration activities.

In this role, the Network Technician will assist with the installation, replacement, and migration of network equipment and connected devices within enterprise environments. Responsibilities may include working with Cisco networking equipment, wireless access points, patch panels, structured cabling, and other network hardware to support infrastructure upgrades and network connectivity.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with network hardware, and able to work both independently and collaboratively with technical teams to support project activities.

This position will require onsite work in Springfield, IL. Candidates from the St. Louis area are encouraged to apply. Housing and travel accommodations will be provided for non-local candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, replacement, and migration of network switches, wireless access points, and other networking equipment.
• Provide onsite smart hands support to network engineers during infrastructure upgrades, hardware deployments, and network migration activities.
• Support the migration of network-connected devices, including computers, printers, badge readers, security cameras, and other equipment.
• Remove, replace, and organize patch cables between switches and patch panels as part of network migration activities.
• Assist with the installation, mounting, and physical setup of network equipment, including switches and wireless access points.
• Perform basic connectivity checks and assist with troubleshooting following equipment installations and migrations.
• Assist with the decommissioning and removal of legacy network hardware following successful cutovers.
• Perform hands-on infrastructure work within IT closets, equipment rooms, and other enterprise facilities.
• Follow migration plans, project documentation, and established procedures to ensure successful equipment installations and device cutovers.
• Document completed work and communicate project progress with technical team members.
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment while performing onsite infrastructure work.
• Collaborate with network engineers and other technical teams to complete migration activities efficiently and with minimal disruption.
  

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in networking, IT infrastructure, desktop support, or a related technical role.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts, including switches, structured cabling, patch panels, and TCP/IP.
• Experience working with network hardware in an enterprise environment.
• Familiarity with network equipment installation, hardware replacement, and basic connectivity troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical team members.
• Ability to lift and move network equipment and work within IT closets and equipment rooms as needed.
• Flexibility to support after-hours or weekend work as required for network maintenance and migration activities.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting network migration, infrastructure refresh, or hardware deployment projects.
• Experience working with Cisco networking equipment, including Catalyst switches.
• Experience installing or replacing enterprise wireless access points.
• Familiarity with switch stacking, patch panels, and structured cabling in enterprise network environments.
• Experience providing onsite smart hands or field technical support.
• Associate's degree or technical training in Information Technology, Networking, or a related field.
• CCNA certification or progress toward certification is a plus.