IT Network Technician

Tristar Technologies · Lahore, Lahore District; Punjab, Pakistan

Key Responsibilities

• Install and configure basic network devices (routers, switches, access points)
• Perform network cabling (UTP, fiber) and patch panel management
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues (LAN, Wi‑Fi, internet access)
• Assist with IP addressing, DHCP, DNS, and basic VLANs
• Monitor network status and report incidents
• Replace faulty hardware and perform basic maintenance
• Support end users and escale complex issues to engineers
• Maintain inventory and network documentation

Required Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, and OSI model
• LAN and WLAN fundamentals
• Router and switch configuration (basic level)
• Network troubleshooting (ping, traceroute, cable testing)
• Familiarity with Windows/Linux networking

Common Equipment & Tools

• Switches and routers (MikroTik, Cisco, Ubiquiti)
• Wireless access points
• Crimping tools, cable testers, fiber tools
• Basic monitoring tools and SNMP dashboards

Certifications (Preferred)

• CompTIA Network+
• MTCNA (MikroTik Certified Network Associate)
• CCNA (entry level advantage)

Industries Hiring Network Technicians

• Corporate IT departments
• ISPs and WISPs
• Managed Service Providers (MSPs)
• Schools, hospitals, and small businesses