NETWORK TECHNICIAN - Philadelphia, PA
Our client, a global leader in communication system integration, is looking for a Data Center Network Technician with a proven track record in:
Racking and stacking of network devices
Cable patching
Physical layer troubleshooting
Equipment disposal activities
Network troubleshooting
This position will support facilities management, site security, and project engagement with a commitment and desire to satisfy our customers by completing all work at the highest level, always striving for perfection. The candidate must be motivated and self-driven for success.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The patching cabling between the network equipment and the customer’s network
The installation of power cables from the equipment to the power supply in the rack/cabinet/closet
The installation, troubleshooting, and uninstalling of network equipment
Install, troubleshoot, and uninstall Network monitoring tools
Complete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels
Act as an interface between the customer’s associates and management
Provide hardware break-fix services for network infrastructure
Perform onsite call-through, data, voice, website, and security testing
Perform back-up testing to ensure all systems are connected to the customer’s network as directed
Support carrier testing of circuits
Assist with facilities efforts
Power and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) restoration
Water problems
Emergency cooling restoration
Fire suppression exercises, restoration, and post-fire events
Support inventory management activities
Receiving inventory
Tagging of assets
Tracking spares (crash kits)
Ordering inventory
Updating inventory records
Prepare and return damaged equipment
Act as an interface, as needed, between associates at the applicable location and centralized project/operations / MAC management
Coordination services will be provided 24x7; Coordinate with and support other third-party vendors (e.g., telecommunications, wiring, distributed antenna solutions, WAN/LAN management) in compliance with the customer’s requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
Requires appropriate equipment and training with high-speed fiber optic transport
The ability to clean high-speed single-mode optical connections
The ability to measure, transmit, and receive on high-speed optics
The knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single-mode long-range optical lasers
Must be proficient in utilizing technical tools such as Sniffers, BERT testers, cable testers, and fiber testers
Requires experience in working in a data center and communications closets
Must be able to perform rack and stack activities
Must be able to safely lift heavy objects
Must understand cable patching processes and procedures
Must have a basic knowledge of data communications and networking
Must be able to assist in troubleshooting issues
Must understand network terminology
Must be willing to work shift work, which includes nights and weekends
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
2-5 years of experience in data communications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Must be eligible to legally work in the United States
Must have a basic knowledge of Cisco switches and routers
Must have a basic knowledge of local and wide area networking
Prefer previous experience working in a Data Center