Network Specialist

Job Summary

Performs routine testing and analysis of Utah Transit Authority’s multiple Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN), and associated network software. Provides simple to moderately complex technical support in the design, development, and enhancement of UTA LAN/WAN; support, administration, and connectivity for ticket vending machines (TVM) and platforms communication networks; administration and support of Microsoft Windows Servers for the ticket vending system; simple to complex support of video conferencing system including implementation, maintenance, and configuration. Participates as a member of a project team to ensure LAN/WAN are designed and developed according to prescribed specifications and system needs. 

Minimum Qualifications 

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Associate degree in Electronics, Computer Science or related field or related work experience required. Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician is preferred.

EXPERIENCE 

• One year of directly related work experience in Computer Information Technology with demonstrated competence and knowledge of current versions of Cisco IOS, Microsoft NOS, and video conferencing system support. 
• One year networking experience in Ethernet and LAN/WAN environment; various networking software including, but not limited to, current versions Cisco IOS, utilities programs, Cisco Routing, and Cisco Switches is required. 
• Prior experience with videoconference systems and protocols.
• Must have a valid driver’s license. Be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years. Have no more than 1 convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or any drugs within the past 10 years.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of security systems and their associated peripheral equipment, Ethernet, Fiber, and Gbit Ethernet is required. 
• Requires technical knowledge and experience to support Network and Infrastructure Analysts in network system administration technologies, including miscellaneous associated networking software applications.

ABILITIES:

• One year of directly related work experience in Computer Information Technology with demonstrated competence and knowledge of current versions of Cisco IOS, Microsoft NOS, and video conferencing system support. 
• One year networking experience in Ethernet and LAN/WAN environment; various networking software including, but not limited to, current versions Cisco IOS, utilities programs, Cisco Routing, and Cisco Switches is required. 
• Prior experience with videoconference systems and protocols.
• Must have a valid driver’s license. Be a safe driver with no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years. Have no more than 1 convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or any drugs within the past 10 years.

- OR -
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]

Pay Rate:  $27.84 per hour or more depending on experience

To be considered, apply before: Friday, November 24, 2026 by 11:59 pm MDT

UTA has a rich benefits package to include:

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage. HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
• 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA.
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
• Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness.
• Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile.
• Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pet’s health and needs).

Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.

Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.