MSO Network Technician 3 (Indiana & Chicago Local) - Join a Market Leader

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Network Connex has been serving the telecom industry for more than 20 years, Network Connex accelerates the performance of fiber and wireless network service providers, data center operators, hyperscale cloud companies, cable MSOs, utilities, government entities, and Fortune 500 enterprises. We offer a full range of turnkey capabilities through seasoned professionals in all ranks to provide our customers with a competitive edge in today’s rapidly evolving markets. Our services include state-of-the-art design and engineering; wireless and fiber construction; fiber placement, testing, and acceptance; construction management; and integration.

The MSO Network Technician is a lead technician role that provides leadership and installation services across multiple platforms in support of many forms of communications facilities and networks.

This role is 100% travel.

All travel expenses paid, prearranged, and booked by the company.

Essential Job Functions:

• Independently lead and complete Comcast projects such as WIS, CEG, SOAG, SSAG, VSG, XMFR, DAAS, UER/UEN, XAR, RUR, PPOD/CPOD, CMTS, transport/Rphy augment, migration, etc.
• Network equipment installation activities
• Install, run power, and wiring of different network devices, network line cards used by customer such as Nokia Photonic Switches (PSS8,PSS16,PSS32) , Nokia 7250 IXRs, Juniper QFX5110, Juniper QFX5200, Juniper EX4300 Dell PowerEdge R750, Open gear CSV, XMF-R, Cisco NCS-5501, Cisco ASR 9903 and 9906, Harmonic REEF, Ciena 6500, CMTS, RPHY gears, etc.
• Secondary DC power installation activities
• Electronic equipment, modules, cards, and SFP installation activities
• Independently lead and complete transport circuit turnup and validation
• Install network cabinet, ladder rack, and fiber trough
• Troubleshooting for all the above installation activities
• Work autonomously and safely in a live network environment
• Coordinate with the customer NOC/XOC, field staff, engineering and management to identify, troubleshoot and mitigate issues
• Review, update, augment, and provide timely job documentation
• Test and install fiber jumpers, ethernet, and coax
• Ability to use a computer for network configuration activities, inputting IP addresses, loading scripts, etc.
• MS Office and basic computer skills - Outlook, Excel, Word, Visio
• Test and turn up, commissioning and provisioning, device configs/script loading.
• Ability to read, understand, and translate engineering design packages (EDP), wiring diagrams, designs, rack facials.
• Site surveys
• Create A-Z running list based on engineering design package (EDP)
• Print labels per customer requirements
• Use different test gear to test cables, circuits, or network- from basic continuity testing, fiber scoping/cleaning, VFL, DSAM, ORT (operational readiness testing), FRP (First RPD provisioning), DOCSIS validation, video validation checks, VOD stream check, different scanners, etc.
• Use different cabling tools and dc power tools (crimpers, prep tools, etc.)
• Secondary or small gauge DC power knowledge
• Structured cabling/ISP wiring- RF, ethernet, fiber, DC.
• Create SMOP, completion forms, and other forms required by Comcast
• BOM creation- from consumables, different type of cables and connectors including DC and fiber, breakers/fuses, hardware used for installing devices, or anything required for projects.
• Can work days and nights
• Work on different hub and headend environment
• Detail oriented, ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work on their own especially during migrations/cutover
• Troubleshooting skills from basic cable tracing to roll backs
• Team player
• Hyper focused on quality of work 100%
• Decommissioning of old network equipment's.
• Travel Required- 100%

Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:

• Strong understanding of CATV head end systems including Remote PHY, DAA Architecture
• Strong understanding of network layouts and components and their functions
• Knowledge of DC Power
• Troubleshooting skills
• Problem solver
• MS Office particularly Excel and Outlook
• Strong communication skills

Desired Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:

• Knowledge of cable TV systems, head-ends and equipment Knowledge of Telco (ILEC) central offices, LDPOP, MTSO and equipment

Education and Experience:

• 5+ years field network installation and troubleshooting experience
• 5+ years working with documentation on technical jobs (JCR, SOW, etc.)
• 3+ years of leading work/jobs in the field

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 100lbs
• Must be able to pass drug screening
• Must pass a background check
• Valid driver's license

Network Connex provides a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Network Connex is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, or national origin. Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.