Job Description

Position Title:

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Junior Raceway Technician

Job Group:

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Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

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High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

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




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




Enrollment in or eligibility for the ABC of Iowa Apprenticeship Program

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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:

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Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

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12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

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Full time

Pay Grade:

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PS807

Application Instructions:

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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 by October 29, 2025.

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

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:

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October 18, 2025

Posting Close Date:

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Job Requisition Number:

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R17961