What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telecom Network Engineer I position at NOVEC?
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NOVEC Solutions (NS) is an affiliated subsidiary of NOVEC (Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative). We market lit fiber optic capacity and dark fiber to commercial enterprises, government offices and data centers.
SUMMARY
This position will require skills and experience routing and switching protocols using CIENA and/or Extreme Network equipment. This role is expected to know how to design, implement and troubleshoot various enterprise and wide-area networks, customer end-use premise equipment's Ethernet networks through hands-on experience in the field and in-house. Candidate should have excellent communication skills, passion for networking and a sincere commitment to be on 24-hour call for emergency network technical assistance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully and effectively, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Assist in the design, install, maintenance, configure, and upgrade of NS communications systems and network hardware (e.g. muxs, hubs, routers, switches, cabling, servers, backup systems, interface cards, printers, modems, etc.) and software (e.g. operating systems, utility systems, security systems, etc.) to ensure the network is running at optimal performance levels.
- Responds to 24-hour calls as available for emergency technical assistance to return network communications programs and systems to operational mode.
- Assist in the communication of technical assistance and information to NS customers.
- Assist in the design, installation, and maintenance of the NS wide-area network monitoring system.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree in computer Networking, Computer Science, Engineering or Business with a Computer Programming and/or Networking emphasis. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
1-3 years of experience with basic networking knowledge, Ethernet, TCP/IP, OSI model, routing and switching is required.
Experience setting up and managing networks (wired and wireless), PC's and servers is required.
Familiarity with DWDM/CWDM optical networks a must.
Windows and Linux skills are preferred.
Experience with network switching, such as configuring and turning-up ports, VLANs tagging and familiarity with spanning tree or Ethernet Automatic Protection Switching (EAPS) is desired.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly and with minimal guidance
- Self-motivated and highly ambitious
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent teamwork and people skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work toward long-term goals
- Flexibility and openness to change
If you're ready to take the next step towards advancing your career, apply today! NOVEC Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not provide relocation and/or sponsorship for this position.
