WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced BICSI Registered Telecommunications Infrastructure Technician to join our team. This role is ideal for a dynamic leader with strong organizational skills and a proven track record in managing large-scale structured cabling and low-voltage projects from planning through completion. You will be responsible for driving project success by ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance, and adherence to quality and safety standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at coordinating cross-functional teams, this is the opportunity for you.  Please note, this position does not support H1B visa sponsorship.  Incumbent must reside in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex. 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field. or 
  Associate’s Degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or related field. or 
  High School diploma. 
   

• Experience
  3 years experience in design, integration, and implementation of voice and data communications cabling systems and related infrastructure for large sites with a Bachelor’s degree. or 
  5 years experience in design, integration, and implementation of voice and data communications cabling systems and related infrastructure for large sites with an Associate’s degree. or 
  7 years experience in design, integration, and implementation of voice and data communications cabling systems and related infrastructure for large sites with a High School Diploma. and 
  Must be proficient in creating a detailed design of new structured cabling systems or the integration and modification of a design into an existing environment. and 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  Professional certification in Cabling industry – Telecommunications Design Engineer certification and 
  (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE If area of employment requires use of a University-owned vehicle, employee will be required to possess a valid Texas Drivers License, pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check, and complete drivers training (or van training, if applicable), in accordance with UTS Policy 157, appendix B. 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Responsible for design, installation, maintenance and repair of all campus OSP/ISP copper and fiber backbone cabling.
• Responsible for the design, integration and installation of pathways, technology spaces, fiber and copper based distribution systems, wireless-based systems, and infrastructure that supports the transportation of information and associated signaling between and among communications and information gathering devices.
• Responsible for the installation, termination, and certification of cable plant installations (CAT 5E, CAT 6, CAT 6A, SM/MM fiber optic, etc.) pathways, spaces, bonding, grounding and fire stopping.
• Define network cabling standards, and deploy cabling and other technology space engineering solutions, such as entrance facilities, POP rooms, MDF/IDF design, rack layout, space, power, UPS systems.
• Review site surveys, condition discrepancy reports, design documents and other documentation to evaluate installation feasibility.
• Utilize AutoCad or PDF software to create and/or revise necessary construction plan documents. Calculate labor and material costs.
• Work with assigned external contractors in providing support for implementation and completion of projects within UTSW.
• Must be comfortable performing infrastructures inspections in a construction environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.