Installation Technician III

Cornell University

Confirmed live 2 days ago High trust

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Ithaca, NY
Posted
43 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago

Market check

Salary context

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $143k
$100k most similar roles pay here $186k

This listing doesn't post a salary. Most similar roles pay $108,750–$177,900.

Based on 240 similar postings.

Employer

About Cornell University

Cornell University is a prestigious Ivy League research university located in Ithaca, New York, offering programs across arts, sciences, engineering, agriculture, medicine, law, and business. Industry: Higher Education & Research

Cornell University currently has 6 open roles on FindRole.

Most-posted roles

View all roles at Cornell University

At a glance

TL;DR · Installation Technician III

The Installation Technician III joins the Enterprise Network Services team to support and deploy networking and telecommunications infrastructure across campus. This role involves executing installations, troubleshooting complex issues, provisioning network equipment, and serving as a technical resource for peers. Daily responsibilities include processing service orders for repairs and moves, configuring switches, wireless access points, phones, and UPS systems. The technician will pull, terminate, splice, test, and certify copper and fiber-optic cabling while maintaining accurate documentation. Key skills include proficiency in TIA/EIA 568-B standards, single-mode fiber optic cabling, and experience with Aruba Networks platforms. Candidates must be able to interpret engineering designs and implement specifications independently. The role addresses the critical need for reliable infrastructure during construction projects, building renovations, network modernization efforts, and equipment refresh initiatives within a complex campus environment.

What you'll do

  • Execute service orders for network and telecommunications installations, repairs, moves, adds, and changes.
  • Configure, install, and provision switches, wireless access points, phones, and UPS systems.
  • Troubleshoot wired, wireless, and voice network issues in coordination with engineering teams.
  • Pull, terminate, splice, test, and certify copper and fiber-optic cabling infrastructure.
  • Deploy network infrastructure for construction projects, building renovations, and equipment refresh initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate network documentation and cable management records.
  • Provide technical expertise to peers and assist in training newer technicians.

What we're looking for

  • Associate degree and 2–4 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience installing and supporting wired, wireless, and voice network equipment.
  • Experience with copper and fiber-optic infrastructure, including splicing and termination.
  • Working knowledge of networking, telecommunications, and structured cabling standards like TIA/EIA 568-B.
  • Ability to read engineering documents and implement designs according to technical specifications.
  • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid NYS Driver’s License.

More like this

Similar roles

Installation Technician II

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY 43 days ago
Aruba Networks fiber-optics Copper Twisted Pair Ethernet Switches Wireless Access Points Structured Wiring CAT5 CAT 6 UPS Voice Infrastructure Cable Management Systems Team Dynamix Pinnacle PCR360
1+ yrs exp

Engineering Technician III

General Dynamics

Seattle, WA 58 days ago
Electrical Installations Electronics Circuitry Diagnostic Equipment Blueprints Quality Assurance Testing COAX WAF Tagout
3+ yrs exp

Installation Technician

Leidos

Alexandria, VA 7 days ago $73,450$132,775
SQL Python Power BI Tableau Excel ServiceNow Remedy PowerShell HTML JavaScript Java Visual Studio ITSM Data Analytics Network Security Scripting
4+ yrs exp

Help Desk Technician III

General Dynamics

Offutt, NE 73 days ago
ITSM ServiceNow Remedy NIPRNet SIPRNet JWICS SAP SAR ITIL 4 CompTIA A+ Security+ Troubleshooting Hardware Software Technical Support
5+ yrs exp

Avionics/Electrical Technician III

General Dynamics

St. Louis, MO 57 days ago
Avionics Soldering Wiring Splicing Pinning Schematic Diagrams Test Equipment Hydraulics Landing Gear Flight Controls Environmental Controls Engine Run Qualification APU Run Qualification FCC License NCATT Certification
5+ yrs exp

AISR NOC Technician III

Leidos

Scott, IL 17 days ago
Cisco Juniper Routing Switching Crypto Devices DWDM MSPP Optical Switching Promina Video Services Fault Management CMDB LAN Maintenance Security+ SLA
2+ yrs exp