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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Specialist II - Infrastructure - **Company:** Fort Worth Independent School District - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $51,222.0 - $61,719.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Spreadsheets, Databases, Data Cabling, Text Processing, OSI Models, Network Architecture, Wireless Access Point, Network Switches, Network Routers, Computer Network Operations, Bicsi, Peripherals, Web Trends - **Published:** October 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.applitrack.com/fortworth/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?all=1&AppliTrackJobId=7621&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1 ## About the Role * Knowledge of layers 1-3 of the OSI Model, basic electronics, electrical and data closet design, various types of horizontal/vertical cabling and associated connectors. * Knowledge of safety protocols, including District rules and regulations, OSHA, and Texas rules of the road. ? Skill in detecting and correcting issues related to orders received, purchase orders, work orders, and customer concerns. ? Skill in judgment and creativity in decision-making; considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. * Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy. * Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines. * Ability to review work for accuracy. * Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary. * Ability to work in a team environment, including teams from other departments. * Ability to perform tasks requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, with ability to adjust focus; and ability to perceive difference in wire and cable colors. ? Ability to use tone test set as well as hear and distinguish sounds/tones accurately. * Ability to diagnose open, shorted, crossed, split pairs, and active circuits. * Ability to use software to create spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing. * Ability to organize and coordinate work. * Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms. * Ability to self-evaluate regarding performance and professional growth. * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted during work. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS * Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required., * Education: (See approved combinations of Education & Experience below) o Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required; o Associate\'s degree from accredited college or university in a related field preferred. * Certification: o Clear and valid Texas Driver\'s License required; o Insurable by the District\'s insurance carrier required; o BICSI Level I Copper Installers Certification prior to one year of employment * Experience: o 2-4 years\' experience in IT cabling required. * Approved combinations: EDUCATION EXPERIENCE HS/GED/TxCHSE 4 years Associate\'s degree 2 years INSURABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL DRIVERS ? * Must be at least 21 years old. ## Description Installs, maintains, and repairs the District\'s structured cabling plants, analog/IP based multimedia, public address, sound systems, multimedia projectors, access control, video surveillance, analog/IP video systems as well as other systems that may connect to, or be associated with, the Fort Worth ISD network infrastructure. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Installs, maintains, and repairs structured data and voice cabling systems. * Installs, maintains, and repairs CAT 3, 5e, 6, and 6A structured data cabling systems within District facilities including aerial, under building, and underground installations. * Troubleshoots, installs, maintains, and repairs analog and IP based video surveillance components. * Retrofits, installs, repairs, and assesses video systems and access control. * Installs additional technology equipment as required. * Documents and updates District cabling plants and as-built drawings. * Installs Cable Support and Raceway Systems such as cable trays, ladder racks, J-hooks, bridle/Drings, messenger wires, inner ducts, and associated hardware. * Conducts testing using tone test set, volt-ohm meter, Fluke or related network testing equipment, and diagnoses open, shorted, crossed, split pairs, and active circuits. * Constructs data closets (i.e., Mounts and installs backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optics and associated hardware per District and industry standards). * Installs, maintains, and repairs analog/IP based multimedia projection and sound systems. * Installs, maintains, and repairs digital signage solutions. * Installs, maintains, and repairs analog/IP based Public Address systems. * Assists network operations in maintaining and repairing analog, digital, and IP based telephony systems. * Assists with physical installation, connection and maintenance of network switches, routers and wireless access points. * Remains cognizant of current technology trends, and attends training required to maintain minimum Level I Copper Installer BICSI certification. * Provides exceptional service to both internal and external customers. Safety * Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. * Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. * All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District\'s mission, vision, and strategic goals. * Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic. * Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer. * Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS * All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District\'s mission, vision, and strategic goals. * Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic. * Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer. * Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations. OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED * Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required., * Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; tone test sets; volt-ohm meters, Fluke or related network testing equipment; climbs ladders, scaffolds, and lifts in excess of 18 feet tall. * Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting. * Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; reaching, climbing, crawling in confined spaces, walking. * Lifting/Exerting: Constant lifting and/or exerting in excess of 20 pounds throughout the day; frequent exerting in excess of 50 pounds; occasional exerting in excess of 100 pounds. * Environment: Works inside and outside; 75% indoors in controlled and partially controlled environment; 25% outdoors exposed to weather elements, noise, and limited exposure to fumes from soldering with lead; works in high exposed places and confined crawl spaces with possible exposure to electric shock; uses tone test set to hear and distinguish sounds/tones accurately; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours. * Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. * Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.