The Network Technician performs technical field activity as it pertains to installation, maintenance and repair in the city network.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Network Technician:

1. Performs installation, turn-up and testing of network transmission systems which include, but are not limited to:
   
   
   
   • SONET Multiplex.
     
   • Digital Cross-Connect Systems.
     
   • Channel Banks.
     
   • Digital Loop Carrier.
     
   • Smart Jacks.
     
   • Synchronization Equipment.
     
   • Video and Data Communications equipment.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   • This activity will be conducted at Central Office Locations, POPs, LSOs and customer premise locations.
   
   
   
   
2. Performs installations and testing of integrated T1 products using Tberd test set, as well as:
   
   
   
   • Switch Line Services:
   
   
   
   
   • T-3 (DS-3)
     
   • T-1 (DS-1)
     
   • DS-0
     
   • BRI
     
   • PRI
   
   
   
   
   • Switch Business Lines and Trunks
   
   
   
   
3. Knows the Telecom color code.
   
4. Is responsible for working stand-by as it relates to after-hours maintenance or repair issues.
   
5. Interfaces with customers to resolve installation problems relative to space and power requirements.
   
6. Resolves technical circuit problems on DS1, DS3 and DS0 circuits, as well as all supporting equipment.
   
7. Performs fiber optic splice activity pertaining to network optimization or new customer turn-up.
   
8. Develops and utilizes operations and maintenance procedures of Network Transmission systems equipment.
   
9. Maintains network equipment.
   
   
   
   • Is responsible for troubleshooting and correcting Network Transmission equipment problems, deficiencies and system issues using Network Transmission equipment.
   
   
   
   
10. Develops and maintains Test procedures for the troubleshooting and maintenance of fiber transmission facilities.
    
11. Accesses and utilizes existing operational systems such as Remedy, Accugraph, etc., when reviewing circuit layout records, work orders and other tools to support provisioning and maintenance activities.
    
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Night and weekend work for network activity is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; i.e. use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and climb a ladder. Additionally, the employee is regularly required to operate a company vehicle to include a bucket truck.
  
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, as well as push or pull up to 150 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision with no color impairment.
  
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  
• The noise level in this office work environment can be excessively loud. The work environment is primarily outside and can include inclement weather. The work environment can also include exposure to chemicals and fumes. Exposure to heavy equipment used in aerial and burial fiber construction is often required.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

This position reports to the Operations Manager, who reports to the Director of Operations and Engineering.

About Our Client:

Our Client provides business class managed network services, specializing in Ethernet and Transport Data Networking, Internet access, local and long distance voice, VoIP and security, to enterprise organizations and communications services companies throughout the U.S.

This is a Contract to Direct Hire position, through Volt Technical Resources - a division of a Fortune 1000 publicly traded Staffing Industry Leader, based in New York City. We are among the largest IT staffing companies in the US for contract/temporary and direct hire placements and support most of the top rated IT companies on the East Coast.

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.

Required Skills for this Network Technician position include the following:

1. 3-5 years of experience
   
2. A valid Driver’s License with a clear driving record for a minimum of three (3) years required
   
3. A minimum of one (1) year of the following required:
   
   
   
   • Basic Field Installation experience
     
   • Experience installing, testing and troubleshooting SONET TDM services and T1 Switch Voice services
   
   
   
   
4. Experience with OC-3 - OC192 and OTDR Test set preferred
   
5. Experience making CAT 5 Ethernet, T1 and Data Cables
   
6. Two-year degree in Electronics or 3-5 years of experience in operating and maintaining Digital Transmission facilities
   
7. Experience working with a local Telco and internal testing a plus
   
8. A working knowledge of SONET transmission facilities preferred
   
9. Must have received specific training (typically, vendor-related) in Transmission System installation, operations and maintenance
   
10. Experience with Lucent equipment, as well as fiber knowledge of SONET standards and equipment a strong plus
    
11. Must be a quick study, able to work independently, resolve problems, set priorities and interface with others (i.e. customers, Engineers, vendors, NOC, contractors, etc.)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work with PC and software applications include, but are not limited to word processing, spreadsheets and communication applications
  
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills

Please no Corp to Corp responses at this time. Local Candidates are preferred. Thank You.

This position is urgent and you will be given immediate consideration
should your resume meet the job requirements.

****How to Apply: Please email your resume to Volt at: newyork300270@volt.com and reference the following job number and job title in your subject line to ensure it gets routed to the correct Recruiter to readily discuss this job with you: 300270-7460-14-251385 - Network Technician - Field Installation, Electronics, Digital Transmission, SONET TDM, T1 Switch Voice, CAT 5 Ethernet, Data Cables and include the website name where you saw this posting listed.

Our Recruiter will initiate a phone call to you and give you immediate consideration should your resume meet the job requirements. Please rest assured that if your resume matches what is reflected in this job posting, you should receive a phone call from a Volt Recruiter to discuss this position with you.

Volt has a talented and optimistic staffing team focused on the quality of your career. Volt is a world leader in the staffing industry, boasting over 50 years of experience. We work with many of the Fortune 500 and 1000 companies to provide workforce solutions. We offer many direct hire full-time positions as well as many contract positions and offer our contractors competitive pay and benefits, as well as education programs and re-deployment assistance.

Volt Information Sciences, Inc. is our parent company and is a publicly owned corporation. Stock is traded over-the-counter and is quoted on the NYSE. To learn more about Volt Information Sciences, please visit: http://www.volt.com and to see more of our job postings, please visit: http://jobs.volt.com

Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering diversity in the workplace.