The role of a network support technician is to provide routine IT maintenance, help clients install and configure new network software and hardware, and troubleshoot issues related to those systems or software. During the installation or repair process, you follow the directions for a network as laid out by a network engineer, ensure that the installation of the network was done properly, and address any issues with the installation. A network support technician typically works under a supervisor, such as a network administrator or a networks engineer.