How to hire a lan technician

How to hire a lan technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step lan technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a lan technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new lan technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a lan technician, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   A lan technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, lan technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents lan technician salaries for various positions.

   Type of LAN Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   LAN Technician	Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.	$18-33
   Information Technology/Support Technician	An information technology (IT) support technician is a professional who is responsible for providing support and troubleshoots software and hardware problems faced by customers. As for larger organizations that have their own IT department, technicians must work together internally with their IT staff members... Show more	$14-31
   Information Technology Technician	An information technology technician, also known as an IT technician, is responsible for ensuring that all computer systems in a company or organization are running smoothly and efficiently. Their duties primarily revolve around installing and maintaining systems, including software and hardware, and resolving any issues... Show more	$13-39

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Windows Server
   • Desk Support
   • Troubleshoot
   • Network Printers
   • Remote Desktop
   • Switches
   • Workstations
   • Routers
   • Lan
   • VMware
   • Software Applications
   • Network Connectivity
   • User Accounts
   • DHCP

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   Responsibilities:

   • Experience managing the day-to-day operations of telecommunication services utilize by Astra Zeneca.
   • Install and configure server equipment and troubleshoot for accurate network connectivity, performance and network service levels.
   • Install, test and maintain personal computers, wireless access points, routers, and telecommunications switches.
   • Perform various duties working with computer hardware, software applications and peripherals utilize in PUSD student and staff workstations.
   • Base install server OS's.
   • Install TCP/IP software and setup IP addresses.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your lan technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A lan technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, lan technicians' average salary in montana is 43% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level lan technicians earn 45% less than senior-level lan technicians.
   • Certifications. A lan technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a lan technician's salary.

   Average lan technician salary

   $51,613yearly

   $24.81 hourly rate

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   Entry-level lan technician salary

   $38,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 31, 2026

4. Writing a lan technician job description

   A job description for a lan technician role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a lan technician job description:

   Lan technician job description example

   The GEICO Springfield IT Department is looking for a highly motivated candidate to join our team. We are looking for a dependable individual seeking a career in the information technology field. The ideal candidate will be experienced in supporting a Microsoft client/server workshop with a Windows 7/10 client background, CISCO VoIP phone system and a Ethernet router/switch network in a 5,500 plus user environment. This job requires an understanding of the importance of 100% uptime during prime business hours. This position is considered a day shift job that requires being on-call 24/7 once a month. On occasion travel to other regional offices may be required. Lifting 50 lbs. is a must. A technical assessment will be given to qualified candidates. Pay will commensurate with experience and skills.
   Responsibilities:
   
   1. Selected candidates must be able to troubleshoot and assist with the Tier 2 support tickets; examples, moves, keyboard and mouse replacements, monitor installations and cleanup of the rooms and communication closets.
   
   2. To provide support for the LAN technicians as well as end user workstations.
   
   3. Resolve basic problems with computer and network systems
   
   4. Install computer and network systems following set procedures
   
   5. Provide basic customer support for computer and network systems
   
   Requirements:
   
   * Bachelor's degree in Computer Related field or 35 years' experience preferred
   * Must be able to lift Servers, PCs and printers in the 40 - 50 pound range
   * Strong communications, both written and verbal
   * Experience with technical writing
   * Able to multi-task and work effectively as part of a team
   
   Benefits:
   
   At GEICO, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. GEICO continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. To help achieve this goal, we support associate-led Employee Resource Groups that foster a true sense of community. Through GEICO's competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our Total Rewards Program* that includes:
   
   * Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
   * Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
   * 401(k) Plan
   * Tuition Assistance including Direct Billing and Reimbursement payment plan options
   * Paid Training, Licensures, and Certificates
   * Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.
   
   Coverage begins with the pay period after hire date. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
   
   GEICO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to cultivating an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO celebrates diversity and believes it is critical to our success. As such, we are committed to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals to join our team.
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find lan technicians for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your lan technician job on Zippia to find and attract quality lan technician candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with lan technician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   If your interviews with lan technician applicants aren't enough to make a decision, you should also consider including a test project. These are often the best, most straightforward, and least bias-prone ways of determining who will likely succeed in the role. If you don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new lan technician

   Once you have selected a candidate for the lan technician position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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