How to hire a network integrator

How to hire a network integrator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step network integrator hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the network integrator you need to hire. Certain network integrator roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A network integrator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, network integrators 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 network integrator salaries for various positions.

   Type of Network Integrator	Description	Hourly rate
   Network Integrator	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.	$29-54
   NOC Technician	A NOC (Network Operations Center) technician is responsible for providing the highest customer service by resolving the customers' technical and network issues that affect the performance and stability of the systems operations. NOC technicians diagnose system failures and create support tickets for immediate troubleshooting... Show more	$14-32
   Administrator	Administrators are administrative professionals who oversee the whole office or department. They manage office activities and supervise administrative functions in the office... Show more	$22-54

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Network Troubleshooting
   • Switches
   • Firewall
   • Routers
   • Ethernet
   • Network Integration
   • System Integration
   • Network Management
   • Troubleshoot
   • Lan
   • Network Operations
   • TCP/IP
   • Nortel
   • VoIP

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage outsourced PC support personnel.
   • Engineer and manage creation of co-registration Java modules for integration with Akamai streaming servers.
   • Analyze and troubleshoot network issues and outages.
   • Install servers, firewalls, cabling, switches, routers, desktops, software, services packs and updates.
   • Scrub and load initial network configurations on routers, switches and firewalls and make necessary changes to ensure functionality.
   • Convert Novell servers to Microsoft servers platform for various companies.

3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, network integrators' average salary in oklahoma is 41% less than in rhode island.
   • Seniority. Entry-level network integrators earn 46% less than senior-level network integrators.
   • Certifications. A network integrator 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 network integrator's salary.

   Average network integrator salary

   $84,347yearly

   $40.55 hourly rate

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   Entry-level network integrator salary

   $61,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a network integrator job description

   A network integrator job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a network integrator job description:

   Network integrator job description example

   Job DescriptionCandidate MUST have:
   " Must be located in the Phoenix Market and covering the surrounding area
   " Must be willing to travel up to 80% of the time
   " Would strongly benefit from having previous Telecommunication experience
   " Must have *** installation and equipment knowledge
   " ABIO card swap project
   
   Summary:
   The primary responsibilities for this position is the understanding of Site Construction (site walks, installation, & acceptance), Commissioning and Integration and the ability to troubleshooting hardware/software systems.
   
   Responsibilities:
   " Ability to follow all state and federal safety regulations (OSHA, local turfing vendor, etc.) while working in an efficient and productive manner.
   " Ensures all local build standards and regulations are followed during Site Construction
   " Perform Supplier Manager activities crew capacity, rollout schedules, verify skills, payments (PO), Tools (NDPd, NDPc, RVS), H&S and Quality management.
   " Daily interlock with Supplier (meetings, status, etc.)
   " Validate Technical Site Surveys, Scoping packages and Bill of Materials deliverables.
   " Coordinate Equipment repair and return
   " Verification of Site quality throughout the implementation and acceptance processes.
   " Acceptance or rejections of site acceptance documentation within tool landscape.
   " Validation and approval of change request (scope changes, etc.)
   " Installation, commissioning, operations, integration and maintenance of cabinets.
   " Create and maintain project databases as needed.
   " Provide comprehensive and accurate reporting of all project activities.
   " Ensure all closeout data has been compiled, reviewed and submitted in a timely manner.
   " Installs, maintains and repairs radio access nodes, core network transmission equipment on operational telecommunications networks.
   " Interacts with other technicians and customer s technical staff.
   " Trouble shoots Bank issues, board issues (CBU/DUL, OBIF, RAX and TX).
   " UMTS, LTE & GSM installation, integration & troubleshooting.
   " Microwave installation, commissioning and alignment.
   " Understands and implements RAN, RF and Transmission designs.
   " Basic knowledge of Antennae & RF configuration at cell sites.
   " Grounding and various types of electrical voltages and safe connection methods.
   " Interprets various documents (e.g. blueprints, diagrams, manufacturer specifications, etc.) to ensure proper installation of equipment
   " Knowledge of fiber tags, wax string, CX, Bank, WCDMA.
   " Health &Safety standards implemented and followed
   " Ability to safely use hand and small power tools.
   " Capacity to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
   " A willingness to travel and/or work outdoors in all weather conditions when required.
   
   The above are the key responsibilities for this position, but does not restrict additional tasks from being assigned.
   
   Requirements:
   " Valid Driver s License
   " Two or more years of experience in a network rollout discipline
   " Two or more years of experience in wireless industry
   " First Aid Training/CPR preferred
   " OSHA 10 Certification preferred
   " IC&I & Troubleshooting experience in UMTS, LTE, WCDMA, CDMA, & GSM. Certifications a plus!
   " Electrical training with some telecommunications experience.
   " Moderate to Expert knowledge utilizing Microsoft Tools Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
   " Decision making and problem-solving skills.
   " Demonstrated understanding of microwave and fiber transmission concepts.
   " Flexibility in working hours and travel. Ability to travel overnight.
   " A demonstrated understanding of multiple client network topologies and associated Radio access network (RAN) and Optical / Microwave Transmission infrastructure.
   " Experience integrating and troubleshoot cabinets and rack mounted equipment.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right network integrator for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your network integrator job on Zippia to find and recruit network integrator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit network integrators, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview network integrator candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • 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 network integrator

   Once you've decided on a perfect network integrator candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new network integrator. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are 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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