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Position Details
Position Details
About the Institution
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the "Fighting Sycamores," fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.
Comments to Applicants
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
The review of applications will begin on June 5, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Job Title
Cabling Infrastructure Technician
Department
Telecommunications
Work Schedule
University Working Hours with some exceptions.
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Notice of Vacancy Number
26-00133
Desired Start Date
06/01/2026
Open Date
05/21/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Category
Staff-Non-Exempt
Job Type
Staff - Full-Time
Pay Grade
9
Hourly Rate or Salary Range
$20.17/hr
Benefits Associated with this Position

• Sick Leave: Accrues at a rate of 12 days per fiscal year with unlimited accumulation.
• Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.
• Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.
• Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF): The employee share of three (3) percent is paid by ISU. The employer (ISU) share is actuarially determined annually by the State of Indiana. There is no cost to the employee. A minimum of ten (10) years of service is required for PERF vesting. PERF has several investment options from which to choose. Note: For individuals who are receiving PERF Retirement, contributions may not be made.
• TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.
• Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.
• Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate. Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived. Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters.
• Vacation: Employee accrues 12-20 vacation days per year based upon years of service.
• Convenience Day: Employees have one per fiscal year to use.

Optional Benefits

• Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.
• Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.

Job Summary/Basic Function
Position functions as the lead technician responsible for all aspects of structured cabling. The position installs, manages, and maintains fiber-optic and copper cabling used to provide data services to the campus. Position also interfaces with contractors to ensure standards and best practices are followed.
Specific Responsibilities
Required Relevant Education & Experience
Education: Associate's Degree or equivalent completed education (2 years); Experience: 1-2 Years
Required Field(s) of Study
Electrical engineering, telecommunications engineering, computer science, management information systems, or equivalent
Preferred Relevant Education and Experience
Supervisory Responsibilities
Has authority or responsibility for the supervision of student workers or graduate assistants only.
Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to adapt to change, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills, Professional demeanor, high energy, dynamic personality and excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Skill using GIS software to maintain cabling infrastructure.
Ability to work independently Ability to work with hand tools
Ability to give and receive detailed oral and written technical instructions
Normal color vision
Ability and skills to operate computer systems accessing internal databases and telemanagement systems Ability to lift up to 70 pounds Ability to work in confined spaces
Ability to climb ladders and work at heights
Qualifications & Disclaimer
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
NCAA Guidelines
All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.
No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual's involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.
Position Reappointment Required
No
Job Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Install and maintain fiber optic and copper cable and wiring closet equipment to serve needs of voice, data, and video network. Install and maintain video security system devices. Write and clear Work Orders and Trouble Reports. Maintain and repair all copper and fiber outside plant cabling.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Install, troubleshoot, and maintain intrabuilding and interbuilding copper and fiber cabling for transmission of voice, data, and video content. Test fiber optic cable for connectivity, loss, length, reflectivity, and defects. Repair fiber optic terminations or broken fibers. Splice fiber optic cable using fusion splicing technique. Maintain cable records for all copper and fiber cabling using GIS-based platform and other relevant systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Install, manage, and repair copper and fiber optic cabling for network hardware infrastructure in IDF closets and core network locations. Perform tests, repairs, and activations of user network ports. Coordinate all work with network engineers to ensure no loss of service. Interface with Network Engineers on day-to-day network connectivity issues either at user workstations or between data centers or IDF closets. Diagnose problems and bring service back online in a timely manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Evaluate routine requests for service and determine most cost-effective means to meet customer needs. Ensures the most cost effective and efficient methods to provide high quality service are employed. Determine quantity and type of parts needed for the work and ensure these are on hand in sufficient time to meet schedules. Maintain equipment and supplies inventory. Order new and replacement parts as needed to ensure adequate stocks are on hand.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reviews all aspects of structured cabling infrastructure. Provides contribution to standards for relevant documentation and labelling standards, including Division 27 standards for low-voltage cabling systems. Interacts with contractors to ensure work is completed in compliance with standards, regulations, best practices, and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Install and maintain video security camera hardware.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with planning and design of fiber optic circuits and assist with designing and implementing a computerized database to track all fiber optic cables, their use, and original test results.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide bill of materials for projects and maintenance needs related to structured cabling infrastructure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in development/design of cabling plans for new buildings and extensions of the campus inter-building copper and fiber optic cable network. Assist in evaluation of need for new equipment or upgrades. Assist in development of requests for proposals for projects and in setting specifications for parts used and test procedures. Assist in evaluation of vendor responses to requests for proposals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.