Fiber & Broadband Network Engineer

City-of-Ocala,-F; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Ocala seeks a highly technical Telecommunications/Network professional for installation, testing, operation and maintenance of high speed data networks and fiber optic systems. You will manage data/voice network operations and report to the Manager of Telecommunications.

Responsibilities include testing/installing hardware/software, implementing changes, monitoring performance, vendor coordination, and project interconnectivity with external agencies. On-call work may be required.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience with LAN technologies (Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Token Ring, SONET).
• Three years' experience with WAN technologies (T1/T3, MAN, Active Ethernet, Dark Fiber).
• Three years' experience with SNMP based platforms (Sun Soltice, HP Openview, Cabletron Spectrum).
• Three years' experience designing/implementing operational and support standards for large networks.
• Three years' experience with network OS platforms (NetWare 3.x/4.x, Windows XP/7).
• Three years' experience with routers/bridges configuring TCP/IP, IPX, SNA, NetBIOS with routing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Test and install electronics hardware/software for data/voice transport systems.
• Implement software changes to Data Transport and Voice Systems.
• Monitor network performance; diagnose problems and take corrective action.
• Consult with vendor staff to resolve equipment issues.
• Research and recommend enhancements to network services.
• Prepare reports and update databases/drawings reflecting as-built changes.
• Oversee contractors and vendors for quality and procedures.
• Coordinate IT projects with City of Ocala IT staff and external agencies.
• Maintain and troubleshoot edge devices for interconnectivity.
• Evaluate new technology for network growth and fiber paths.
• May work irregular hours and be on-call.

Skills

LAN technologies

WAN technologies

SNMP

Network design

Troubleshooting

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in electronics

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Sun Soltice

HP Openview

Cabletron Spectrum

Job description

City of Ocala seeks a highly technical Telecommunications/Network professional for installation, testing, operation and maintenance of high speed data networks and fiber optic systems. You will manage data/voice network operations and report to the Manager of Telecommunications.

Responsibilities include testing/installing hardware/software, implementing changes, monitoring performance, vendor coordination, and project interconnectivity with external agencies. On-call work may be required.