Network Assistant

Position Title:

Network Assistant

Position Type:

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Categories:

Staff Non-exempt

Job Summary:

Network Assistants are utilized in conjunction with Bucknell's Network Engineers to advance the University's efforts towards employing a stable,
up-to-date, and well maintained wireless and wired campus network. Network Assistants can expect to participate in the mapping, installation, configuration, and testing of wireless access points in many of the buildings on campus. Network Assistants can also expect to participate in the deployment of more current switching equipment in these areas to support the wireless, and wired network.

This is a 3 month position ( (May 2026 through August 2026), 30-35 hours a week, non-exempt (hourly), non-benefits eligible position based in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.

Job Duties:

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to the Network Engineer. 

What You Will Do:

• Network Activations and Cable Management: Activate, move and deactivate copper network connections across campus. Deploy and run copper and fiber cables in data center and network closets across campus.

• Network Device Management: Configure, install, and upgrade wireless access points. Configure, install, and upgrade network switches.

• Network Support and Troubleshooting: Assist Faulty, Staff and students with network connectivity issues. Basic wired and wireless network troubleshooting. Troubleshoot wireless access points, network switches, zoom phones and other devices across campus.

• Documentation and Administrative: Create and update network documentation. Clean and remove configurations from equipment to be decommissioned.  

• Non Essential Functions:  The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed. 

Work Setting:

• On campus, student facing.

Work Schedule:

• This is a 3 month position ( (May 2026 through August 2026).

• 30-35 hours a week

What You'll Bring:

• Education: High School Diploma

Preferred but not Required:

• Basic troubleshooting skills

• Basic understand of wireless networks

• Basic understanding of home networks

Physical Requirements: 

• Standing for prolonged periods of time

• Able to move 25 pounds

• Exposure to dust

• Exposure to networking closets without proper cooling

Job Exempt:

No

Salary Range:

12.50-12.50

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. 

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role; 
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card 

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Inclusive Excellence:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community.  We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings.  We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

E-Verify

Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program.  We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email hr@bucknell.edu.