Infrastructure/Operation Technician (Network Technician I/II/III)
Salary
$102,560.64 - $124,706.40 Annually
Location
San Jose
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202601858
DEPART
Information Technology
Opening Date
11/09/2026
Closing Date
11/23/2026 12:00 AM Pacific
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.
The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY), or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov.
About the Department
The City of San José innovates to provide exceptional civic services using advanced technologies to help our community thrive.
As one of the largest cities in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets and operates on a budget of $5.9 billion, with approximately 7,000 employees, serving about 1 million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley.
The Information Technology Department's (ITD) mission is to enrich the quality of life in San José through innovation, collaboration, and engagement. ITD enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), productivity and collaboration tools, the San José 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San José is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose.
The IT department is a leader in innovation, embracing cutting-edge technologies and pioneering solutions to enhance efficiency and quality of life in San José. As part of this effort, the City leads a national initiative for AI through the GovAI Coalition, which was established to give local governments a voice in shaping the future of AI, ensuring it is developed responsibly and for the public good.
Promoting the City's commitment to equity and inclusion, we believe that all members of the community, regardless of background, have access to the tools and resources needed to thrive in the digital age. San José is in the heart of Silicon Valley, which boasts a rich history in technology, education, and agriculture. Over half of San José residents speak a language other than English at home, highlighting the importance of language accessibility in all City services. By fostering inclusivity, promoting digital literacy, and building accessible platforms, we are advancing technology while creating a more equitable future for everyone.
At the City of San José, we promote work-life alignment and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San José the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in the nation! Visit the Information Technology Department's website to learn about our culture, vision, leadership, and innovative initiatives.
Position Duties
The City of San José is creating the civic technology foundation that helps our community thrive every day. Do you have the skills and sense of service it takes? If yes, read on…
We currently have an Infrastructure/Operations Technician (Network Technician I/II/III) opportunity within the Information Technology Infrastructure service area which provides high levels of customer service by supporting our enterprise infrastructure environment, such as the latest Windows Operating Systems (Windows 11 client and Windows server 2019), Office 365 suite, Mobile Devices, basic Network appliance configuration, and other enterprise standard deployment software. Position duties include:
Please note that the Network Technician position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, which is subject to change. The City is currently on a 32-hour onsite workweek.
Salary Information: The final candidate's qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Network Technician classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.
The Network Technician classification is represented by the Municipal Employees Federation (MEF) bargaining unit.
Competencies
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:
Job Expertise - The ideal candidate must possess a combination of the following knowledge and experience:
Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
Conflict Management - Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people, by presenting the facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions that show command of content and perspectives and interests of the audience
Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
Minimum Qualifications
Network Technician I
Education and Experience: Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development [GED] Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND six (6) months of college-level coursework equivalent to 15 semester/22 quarter units or vocational training or technology technician apprenticeship, both covering computer related work such as computer and mobile endpoints repair, technical troubleshooting, application support, or other related duties.
Network Technician II
Education and Experience: One (1) year of college-level coursework equivalent to 30 semester/45 quarter units or vocational training or technology technician apprenticeship AND one (1) year of experience, both covering computer-related work such as computer and mobile endpoints repair, technical troubleshooting, application support, or other related duties.
Acceptable Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the college-level education on a year-for-year basis.
Required Licensing:
Network Technician III
Education and Experience: Two (2) years of college-level coursework equivalent to 60 semester/90 quarter units or vocational training or technology technician apprenticeship AND two (2) years of experience, both covering computer-related work such as computer and mobile endpoints repair, technical troubleshooting, application support, or other related duties.
Acceptable Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the college-level education requirement on a year-for- year basis.
Required Licensing:
Possession of a valid State of California driver's license.
Possess a valid CompTIA A+ certificate, or equivalent professional, industry recognized certification acceptable to the City.
One (1) additional year of related experience can substitute the CompTIA A+ requirement.
Possess a valid Microsoft Specialist certification or an equivalent professional, industry recognized certification acceptable to the City within 6 months of hire.
Other Qualifications
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicants training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job-specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.
If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection, or the hiring processes, please contact Felipa Perez at felipa.perez@sanjoseca.gov.
Additional Information:
Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.
Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.
AI and the Hiring Process
We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.
The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the Citys benefits page for detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage.
For information on the City's Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website. You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification.
In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks site to explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.
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This position may require a State of California Drivers License. Please select the applicable option that best describes your drivers license, or your ability to possess a valid drivers license.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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How many years of full-time experience do you have in covering computer-related work such as computer and mobile endpoints repair, technical troubleshooting, application support, or other related duties?
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Please note: This substitution only applied for level I of the Network Technician Series. An acceptable education substitution for the Network Technician I position is an additional six (6) months of qualifying experience. How many months of additional qualifying experience do you have?
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Please note: This substitution only applied for level II and III of the Network Technician Series. An acceptable education substitution for the Network Technician II/III is additional years of qualifying experience. The additional years of experience may substitute for the college-level education on a year-for-year basis. How many years of additional qualifying experience do you have?
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The Network Technician positions require a valid CompTIA A+ certificate and a Microsoft Specialist certification, or equivalent professional, industry recognized certification acceptable to the City. Please select all the current certifications you possess:
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Please select the areas of technical competency where you have comprehensive Enterprise level experience in configuration and ongoing support (check ALL that apply):
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From the areas you selected in the previous question, please describe the number of years you have provided support in each area and your specific responsibilities for each technical competency.
Required Question
Employer City of San Jose
Address 200 E Santa Clara St
San Jose, California, 95113
Phone (408) 535-1285
Website https://www.sanjoseca.gov/
| Location | San Jose, CA |
| Salary | $102,560.64–$124,706.40 Per Year |
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