Network Installation Technicians help build and maintain the wired and wireless infrastructure that keeps organizations connected. Their work can include installing network cabling and equipment, setting up switches and routers, testing connections, and troubleshooting issues at customer sites, data centers, offices, and other facilities. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, a career site focused on professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but may include interpreting diagrams and work orders, installing copper or fiber-optic cable, mounting and configuring network hardware, labeling and documenting connections, and testing systems to verify performance. Technicians may coordinate with network engineers, project managers, contractors, and customers to complete installations safely and on schedule.
Employers often seek hands-on experience with structured cabling, fiber installation, network hardware, testing tools, and basic troubleshooting. Familiarity with industry standards, safety procedures, documentation, and customer service can also be valuable. Some roles require a relevant technical certification, a valid driver’s license, or the ability to travel and work on-site; requirements differ by position.
Network Installation Technicians may work for telecommunications providers, technology companies, systems integrators, data center operators, or enterprise IT teams. With experience, professionals can pursue opportunities in network engineering, field operations, infrastructure project coordination, technical supervision, or specialized fiber and data center installation.
Browse vetted Network Installation Technician opportunities and related infrastructure roles on Ladders. Job requirements, compensation, and work arrangements vary, so review each listing for details and apply to positions that match your experience and career goals.
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Join a team that's designing and maintaining advanced SD-WAN solutions, ensuring secure and optimized network connectivity across a distributed enterprise environment while troubleshooting complex net...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of network connectivity by designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced SD-WAN solutions. Play a key role in ensuring secure and optimized network performanc...
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Lead the charge in designing and implementing secure SD-WAN solutions, ensuring optimized network connectivity across a distributed enterprise environment while troubleshooting complex network issues...
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$77K - $176K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing and maintaining secure SD-WAN solutions, ensuring optimized network connectivity across a distributed enterprise environment while troubleshooting complex net...
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$77K - $176K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing secure SD-WAN solutions, ensuring optimized network connectivity across a distributed enterprise environment while troubleshooting complex network issues...
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$77K - $176K *
Lead the charge in designing and maintaining secure SD-WAN solutions, ensuring optimized network connectivity across a distributed enterprise environment while troubleshooting complex issues and enhan...
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Engineer secure and optimized network solutions by designing, implementing, and maintaining SD-WAN technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance connectivity across distributed environments while tr...
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Lead the design and implementation of SD-WAN solutions, ensuring secure and optimized network connectivity across a distributed enterprise environment while troubleshooting complex network issues and...
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Engineer secure and optimized network solutions by designing, implementing, and maintaining SD-WAN technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance connectivity across distributed environments while tr...
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What does a Network Installation Technician do?
A Network Installation Technician installs, connects, tests, and troubleshoots network cabling and equipment. Typical work may involve routers, switches, fiber-optic or copper cabling, and documenting completed installations.
What qualifications are commonly required for Network Installation Technician jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers may look for experience with structured cabling, network hardware, installation tools, testing equipment, safety practices, and technical documentation. Some positions require certifications, a driver’s license, or travel.
Where do Network Installation Technicians work?
They may work at customer locations, offices, telecommunications facilities, data centers, or construction and infrastructure project sites. Some roles involve frequent travel or on-site field work.
How can Network Installation Technicians advance their careers?
With relevant experience and additional training, technicians may move into network engineering, field operations leadership, infrastructure project coordination, technical supervision, or specialized installation roles.
How can I find Network Installation Technician jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Ladders for vetted professional job listings and review each posting for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications. Pay and eligibility depend on the employer, location, and role.