Junior Raceway Technician

Position Title :

Junior Raceway Technician

Job Group :

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications :

Familiarity with networking technologies (switches routers fiber copper patch panels raceways)

Familiarity with structured cabling network pathways and low-voltage electrical systems

Enrollment in or eligibility for the ABC of Iowa Apprenticeship Program

Job Description : Summary

The Junior Raceway Technician is a physical and technical position responsible for the installation maintenance and removal of low-voltage pathway systems and related physical network equipment across the ISU campus. This role performs structured cabling and low-voltage electrical support for network infrastructure projects under the guidance of senior staff. Technicians in this role participate in the ABC of Iowa Apprenticeship Program and work toward obtaining an Electrical Journeyman License while building proficiency in structured cabling systems and network pathway infrastructure. This position is an entry level position.

Example of Duties

Provides support for routine network infrastructure components including network switches and routers.

Tests troubleshoots and configures existing network systems.

Performs network maintenance to ensure network operates correctly with minimal interruption.

Monitors data traffic and controls network resource performance to ensure high-quality transmission.

Level Guidelines

Career-level position demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of related competencies

Works under direct to general supervision and may receive guidance on more complex assignments

Follows established procedures for work assignments and completes assignments which are semi-routine and may be atypical in nature

Applies thorough knowledge to respond to inquiries and requests

Able to resolve most problems and issues and respond to requests without escalation

Provides guidance to students

May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type : Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year :

12 Month Work Period

Time Type : Full time

Pay Grade : PS807

Application Instructions :

To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following :

1) Resume / Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of Application / Cover Letter

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note : To receive full consideration applications should be received byNovember 30 2025.

If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free : 1-.

Why Choose ISU

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as :

Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans

Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans

Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)

Life insurance and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Various voluntary benefits and discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date :

November 18 2025

Posting Close Date :

Job Requisition Number :

R18138

Required Experience :

Junior IC

Key Skills

Computer Hardware,Network Support,Avaya,Computer Networking,High Availability,Windows,Mechanical Knowledge,HVAC / R,Remedy,Hazmat,Air Conditioning,Aviation Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1