<p>Veteran Firm Seeking a Network Technician for an Onsite Assignment in Edwardsville, IL</p> <p>My name is Stephen Hrutka. I lead a Veteran-Owned management consulting firm in Washington, DC. We specialize in Technical and Cleared Recruiting for the Department of Defense (DoD), the Intelligence Community (IC), and other advanced defense agencies.</p> <p>At HRUCKUS, we support fellow Veteran-Owned businesses by helping them recruit for positions across organizations such as the VA, SBA, HHS, DARPA, and other leading-edge R&D-focused defense agencies.</p> <p>We seek to fill a Network Technician role in Edwardsville, IL</p> <p>The ideal candidate is a Edwardsville resident with 2-3 years of experience as a Network or Data Center Technician, solid knowledge of networking fundamentals, and the ability to pass a mandatory credit check, with Juniper equipment experience as a plus.</p> <p>If you're interested, I'll gladly provide more details about the role and further discuss your qualifications.</p> <p>Thanks,</p> <p>Stephen M Hrutka</p> <p>Principal Consultant</p> <p>www.hruckus.com</p> <p>Executive Summary: HRUCKUS is looking for an experienced Network Technician to support production-level device configuration and testing for a financial client within a warehouse environment. This execution-focused role involves following established work instructions to ensure accuracy and consistency in delivering high-quality, production-ready network solutions without design or architecture responsibilities.</p> <p>Position Description: The Network Technician will work under engineering and production leadership to configure and test networking devices, routers, switches, and wireless access points. Responsibilities include executing OS installations, firmware upgrades, license installations, basic troubleshooting, and maintaining accurate configuration and QC records.</p> <p>Position Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Perform configuration and testing of networking devices, wireless equipment, and telecommunications hardware.</p> </li><li> <p>Execute OS installations, firmware upgrades, and license installations per customer standards.</p> </li><li> <p>Configure and test devices including routers, switches, and wireless access points.</p> </li><li> <p>Perform basic troubleshooting of configuration and logical issues.</p> </li><li> <p>Accurately capture configuration data, quality control (QC) records, and testing results.</p> </li><li> <p>Conduct quality checks and physical audits of equipment and accessories.</p> </li><li> <p>Track work status and progress using established tools.</p> </li><li> <p>Follow engineering documentation, network design documents, and rack elevations.</p> </li><li> <p>Escalate issues when work instructions are unclear or errors are identified.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide feedback to improve documentation and production processes.</p> </li><li> <p>Operate onsite in a warehouse environment (approximately 60-65 degrees).</p> </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>2-3 years of experience in Network Technician, Data Center Technician, or similar production-focused environments (Note: Candidates with over 10 years of experience will be rejected).</p> </li><li> <p>Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (routing, switching, basic wireless).</p> </li><li> <p>Experience configuring network devices using documented procedures.</p> </li><li> <p>Basic troubleshooting capabilities and the ability to identify when escalation is required.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and ability to follow detailed instructions with high accuracy.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced, production environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong written and verbal communication skills and adaptability to changing priorities.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to successfully pass a mandatory credit check.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with Juniper networking equipment.</p> </li></ul>