Electronic Technician Assistant

Job Summary

The ITS Electronic Tech Assistant will be responsible for installing network cabling, installing and activating network equipment, and installation of both minor & major network cabling projects, as well as building and equipping communication closets. In addition, this position is responsible for testing and monitoring fiber/copper circuits for functionality including analyzing, diagnosing, coordinating, and repairing networking/data issues. Mastering all test tools at our disposal to diagnose & troubleshoot, as well as coordinating repair with all affected parties.

Multiple positions available.

Driver’s License

Must be able to work from ladders or lifts up to 15 feet or higher, must be able to reach overhead and use hand tools, must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds, must be able to work in confined spaces for extended periods of time, must be able to distinguish wiring colors, must be able to push/pull cables, must be able to traverse campus while carrying or moving equipment in a reasonable amount of time, must be able to stand for long periods of time, ability to work in a sedentary position utilizing computer, mouse, keyboard, and phone for portions of the day, strong interpersonal skills required, self-motivation a plus, must have excellent customer service skills.

Monday-Friday (40 hrs/wk) Generally 7:30am-4:30pm;
Occasional overtime as needed;
Required to be in the on-call rotation, weeks vary depending on staffing.

Communications skills; including on-line communications methods, basic cable installation, termination, and testing skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

AA and/or BICSI Apprentice Level Certification, previous related certification, or BICSI Apprentice Level Certification Perferred. A KY Drivers License is required.

Final date to receive applications 03/15/2026

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination.

The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.

These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Describe your experience with on-call troubleshooting data and voice services.

• * Please choose the answer that best describes your amount of paid, full-time employment experience installing VoIP phones and network switch equipment. (Does not require programming experience.)
• • No Response
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 2 years
  • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years up through 10 years
  • More than 10 years

• * Please choose the answer that best describes your amount of paid, full-time employment experience installing, terminating, and testing Category 6 data cable.
• • No Response
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 2 years
  • More than 2 years, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years, up through 8 years
  • More than 8 years

• * Please list any/all networking, data cabling and/or voice test equipment with which you have worked and are familiar with, if applicable.

• * Describe your experience with cabling within a large-scale enterprise network environment including copper and fiber optic experience.