JOB DUTIES:
- The Network Engineer, Broadband role will work closely with the Broadband Network Operations colleagues, and other departments.
- Potential candidates should reflect a basic understanding of IP technologies, Layer 2 and Layer 3 transport PON and CMTS technologies
- Completes service order tasks for customer service delivery.
- Works closely with the NOCC to maintain network functionality, provides tier 2-3 support.
- Communicates with the acting Broadband Operations Department Manager concerning projects on a weekly and potentially daily basis depending on project sensitivity.
- Trains and shares information with other departments to ensure cross functional transfer of knowledge company wide.
- Works closely with both Commercial Sales and customers to organize deadlines, schedule potential timelines, and gather engineering critical information.
- Works closely with Outside Plant (OSP) resources to determine best path between customer location and C Spire network and does so in a timely fashion.
Required experience
- At least 2-3 years of professional experience in the telecommunications and/or data industry required.
- Experience with of Layer 2 transport and IP connectivity required.
- Excellent personal computer skills are required with emphasis in Windows, Excel, and Word.
- Working knowledge of MPLS architecture is a plus.
- Prior history working directly with customers and/or sales is preferred.
- Network and/or CCNA level certification desired.
- Broad experience with vendor equipment and products is preferred, including but not limited to: Adva, Arista, Nokia, Cisco Systems, Adtran, Juniper, Nortel, Fujitsu, and Occam-Calix.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience required.
- Experience with Layer 2 transport and IP connectivity required.
- Excellent personal computer skills are required with emphasis in Windows, Excel, and Word. PREFERRED
- Working knowledge of MPLS architecture is a plus.
- Prior history working directly with customers and/or sales is preferred.
- Network and/or CCNA level certification desired.
- Broad experience with vendor equipment and products is preferred, including but not limited to: Adva, Arista, Nokia, Cisco Systems, Adtran, Juniper, Nortel, Fujitsu, and Occam-Calix
LEVEL III REQUIRED
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent experience required.
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the telecommunications and/or data industry required.
- Experience with Nokia 7X50, 7210, 7705 equipment required. Excellent personal computer skills are required with emphasis in Windows, Excel, and Word. PREFERRED
- Working knowledge of MPLS architecture is a plus.
- Prior history working directly with customers and/or sales is preferred.
- Network and/or CCNA level certification desired.
- Broad experience with vendor equipment and products is preferred, including but not limited to: Adva, Arista, Nokia, Cisco Systems, Adtran, Juniper, Nortel, Fujitsu, and Occam-Calix.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
Work Location: Remote