Network Technician

Network TechnicianLocation - Phoenix, AZ 85027Duration- 8 Months possible contract extension or hirePay Rate - #####/hr. to #####/hr. on W2Shifts:Sunday 3:00 PM to Thursday 11:00 PMSunday 11:00 PM to Friday 7:00 AMDescription: Technician – Network with a proven track record in:Racking and stacking of network devicesCable patchingPhysical layer troubleshootingEquipment disposal activitiesNetwork troubleshootingResponsibilities:The patching cabling between network equipment and customer’s networkThe installation of power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closetThe installation, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment Install/swap out devices (e.g., phone, computers, cables, boards, edge routers, switches and etc.)Install, troubleshoot, and de-install Network monitoring toolsComplete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levelsAct as interface between customer’s associates and managementProvide hardware break-fix services for network infrastructurePerform onsite call-through, data, voice, website and security testingPerform back-up testing to ensure all systems are connected to the customer’s network as directedSupport carrier testing of circuitsSupport inventory management activities Receiving inventoryTagging of assetsTracking spares (crash kits)Ordering inventoryUpdating inventory recordsPrepare and return damaged equipmentAct as an interface, as needed, between associates at the applicable location and centralized project / operations / MAC managementCoordination 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 customer’s requirements.Requirements:Requires appropriate equipment and training with high speed fiber optic transport The ability to clean high speed single mode optical connectionsThe ability to measure, transmit and receive on high speed opticsThe knowledge and experience to work safely with high speed single mode long range optical lasersMust be proficient in utilizing technical tools such as Sniffers, BERT testers, cable testers, and fiber testers.Requires experience in working in a data centers and communications closets Must be able to perform rack and stack activities Must be able to safely lift heavy objectsMust understand cable patching processes and proceduresMust have a basic knowledge of data communications networking. Must be able to assist in troubleshooting issuesMust understand network terminologyMust be willing to work shift work which includes nights and weekends.Experience and Education:2 years of experience in data communicationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required2 years’ experience with the following:Racking and stacking of network devicesCable patchingPhysical layer troubleshooting; Break Fixes; MACsKnowledge of Cisco switches and routers - loading configurationsMust have a basic knowledge of local and wide area networkingPreferred: