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Network Technician roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in information technology, computer science, or network engineering. Most positions qualify under STEM OPT extension criteria, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in this field routinely hire candidates who need OPT sponsorship.
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We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Network Voice Engineer to join our growing IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise voice and unified communications systems. This role focuses on VoIP infrastructure, call control platforms, gateways, SBCs, and integration with the data network to ensure high availability, call quality, and security.
If you’re a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with cutting-edge collaboration technologies, we’d love to hear from you.
Position Responsibilities:
Design, deploy, and support VoIP and Unified Communications solutions (on-prem, cloud, or hybrid)
Manage and maintain call control platforms (e.g., Cisco CUCM, Cisco Webex Calling, Microsoft Teams Voice)
Configure and support voice gateways, SBCs, SIP trunks, and PSTN connectivity
Monitor voice quality and performance (latency, jitter, packet loss, MOS)
Troubleshoot complex voice and network issues across LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi
Implement QoS, VLANs, and network policies to ensure voice traffic prioritization
Integrate voice systems with network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls)
Perform upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal downtime
Ensure high availability, redundancy, and disaster recovery for voice services
Maintain documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures
Collaborate with network, security, and application teams
Provide Tier 2/3 support and on-call escalation as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3 - 5 years of experience
Strong experience with VoIP and IP telephony
Hands-on knowledge of SIP, RTP, SRTP, H.323 (preferred), codecs (G.711, G.729, Opus)
Experience with Cisco Voice (CUCM, Unity, UCCX) or equivalent platforms
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching)
Experience implementing QoS for voice traffic
Familiarity with firewalls, NAT, VPNs, and voice security best practices
Ability to troubleshoot using packet captures (Wireshark) and voice tools
Strong documentation and communication skills
On-call rotation may be required
Fast-paced enterprise or service provider environment
Company description
Performance Food Group is a customer-centric foodservice distribution leader headquartered in Richmond, Va. Grounded by roots that date back to a grocery peddler in 1885, PFG has a nationwide network of approximately 150 distribution centers, 35,000-plus talented associates, and thousands of valued suppliers across the country. With the goal of helping customers thrive, PFG markets and delivers quality food and related products to independent and chain restaurants, schools, business and industry locations, convenience operations, healthcare facilities, vending distributors, office coffee service distributors, big box retailers, and theaters across the U.S.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
Job Description:
We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Network Voice Engineer to join our growing IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise voice and unified communications systems. This role focuses on VoIP infrastructure, call control platforms, gateways, SBCs, and integration with the data network to ensure high availability, call quality, and security.
If you’re a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with cutting-edge collaboration technologies, we’d love to hear from you.
Position Responsibilities:
Design, deploy, and support VoIP and Unified Communications solutions (on-prem, cloud, or hybrid)
Manage and maintain call control platforms (e.g., Cisco CUCM, Cisco Webex Calling, Microsoft Teams Voice)
Configure and support voice gateways, SBCs, SIP trunks, and PSTN connectivity
Monitor voice quality and performance (latency, jitter, packet loss, MOS)
Troubleshoot complex voice and network issues across LAN/WAN/Wi-Fi
Implement QoS, VLANs, and network policies to ensure voice traffic prioritization
Integrate voice systems with network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls)
Perform upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal downtime
Ensure high availability, redundancy, and disaster recovery for voice services
Maintain documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures
Collaborate with network, security, and application teams
Provide Tier 2/3 support and on-call escalation as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3 - 5 years of experience
Strong experience with VoIP and IP telephony
Hands-on knowledge of SIP, RTP, SRTP, H.323 (preferred), codecs (G.711, G.729, Opus)
Experience with Cisco Voice (CUCM, Unity, UCCX) or equivalent platforms
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching)
Experience implementing QoS for voice traffic
Familiarity with firewalls, NAT, VPNs, and voice security best practices
Ability to troubleshoot using packet captures (Wireshark) and voice tools
Strong documentation and communication skills
On-call rotation may be required
Fast-paced enterprise or service provider environment
Company description
Performance Food Group is a customer-centric foodservice distribution leader headquartered in Richmond, Va. Grounded by roots that date back to a grocery peddler in 1885, PFG has a nationwide network of approximately 150 distribution centers, 35,000-plus talented associates, and thousands of valued suppliers across the country. With the goal of helping customers thrive, PFG markets and delivers quality food and related products to independent and chain restaurants, schools, business and industry locations, convenience operations, healthcare facilities, vending distributors, office coffee service distributors, big box retailers, and theaters across the U.S.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Network Technician
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
Tell employers upfront that your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. This gives them three years of work authorization to work with, which addresses one of the most common hesitations employers have about hiring OPT candidates.
Target employers with existing OPT infrastructure
Companies that have hired OPT students before already understand the E-Verify requirement and reporting process. Focus your applications on mid-size to large IT service firms, managed service providers, and tech companies with established international hiring programs.
Highlight hands-on lab and certification experience
Network Technician roles are skills-driven. Certifications like CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, or Juniper JNCIA demonstrate job-readiness and help hiring managers evaluate your qualifications independently of your visa status or U.S. work history.
Clarify what OPT sponsorship actually requires of them
Many employers confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. Be ready to explain that OPT requires no petition, no attorney fees, and no government approval on their end. They only need to report your employment through E-Verify.
Apply before your OPT start date whenever possible
Hiring managers move faster when there is no countdown pressure. If you can begin your job search two to three months before your OPT authorization begins, you give employers time to complete interviews and onboarding without worrying about your start timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find roles open to OPT candidates
Searching general job boards means filtering through hundreds of listings that exclude visa holders. Migrate Mate surfaces Network Technician jobs specifically vetted for OPT eligibility, so your time goes toward applications that are actually worth submitting.
Network Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Network Technician jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most do. Network Technician roles typically fall under CIP codes tied to computer and information sciences or engineering technologies, which are eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your degree must be from a STEM-designated program and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before applying.
What do employers need to do to hire me on OPT?
For standard OPT, employers need to verify your work authorization through E-Verify and confirm your Employment Authorization Document is valid before your start date. For the STEM OPT extension, they also sign a training plan (Form I-983) outlining your role, supervision, and learning goals. There is no government petition or filing fee on their side.
How do I find Network Technician employers who are open to OPT candidates?
The fastest approach is to search Migrate Mate, which lists Network Technician roles from employers already open to hiring OPT students. You can filter by job title and work authorization type without having to screen hundreds of listings manually. This is especially useful if you have limited time left on your initial OPT period.
Can I work as a Network Technician contractor or through a staffing agency on OPT?
Yes, but with an important condition: you must have a bona fide employer-employee relationship with the company signing your I-983 training plan. Working through a staffing agency is permitted if the agency is your legal employer of record and can provide genuine supervision and training. Self-employment and working solely as an independent contractor are not permitted under OPT.
What happens if my OPT expires before I secure an H-1B or other long-term visa?
If your OPT authorization expires and you do not have another valid status, you must stop working immediately. F-1 students who do not win the H-1B lottery sometimes explore options like the O-1 visa, employer-sponsored green card petitions, or returning to school for a second degree to restart the OPT clock. Planning ahead with your DSO and an immigration attorney is important before your expiration date approaches.