UU Student - Cable Technician

Details

Open Date 06/18/2026

Requisition Number PRN17151N

Job Title UU Student - Computer

Working Title UU Student - Cable Technician

Career Progression Track SJ

Track Level

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 15 - 19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Mon – Friday 7:30AM – 4:00 PM, flexible around class schedule.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area President

Department 00420 - Information Management

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $15.00/hour

Close Date 08/31/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The objective of the Pathway Engineering team work is to provide and improve the infrastructure of the university’s physical network layer. This is done by installing and terminating copper and fiber data cabling throughout the university campus and hospital buildings. The ServiceNow ticketing system aids in orchestrating the prioritization of installations on which the intern may work. Occasionally escort contractors and/or vendors around campus and provide them access to communication rooms.

This is a Category I position: Mandatory Required on Campus or at Health Care Facilities.

Responsibilities

Willingness to learn about physical networking, copper data cabling, and fiber optics and cabling.

No prior knowledge of data copper for fiber optic cabling is necessary. On-the-job training will be provided.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferences

Student studying Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or CS/IS majors.

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at or or University Human Resource Management at if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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