Network Analyst

SPECTRAFORCE; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled telecommunications professional to join their team. This exciting role involves working with fiber optic cables, conducting advanced optical testing, and collaborating closely with various business units. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network planning and installation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. With a focus on safety and attention to detail, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing telecommunication services. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of telecommunications network experience desired.
• Proficient in optical testing and interpretation of results.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Working in and around fiber and radio huts, generation plants, and substations.
• Creating plans for splicing and testing OPGW and ADSS fiber optic cables.
• Building relationships with all business units within the client.

Skills

Telecommunications network experience

Network planning or analysis

Engineering, installation and splicing of fiber optic cable

Optical testing and interpretation

Technical writing

Problem solving/troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Valid driver’s license

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

SAP

Circuit Vision

Excel

Visio

Job description

This range is provided by SPECTRAFORCE. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $39.00/hr

Length of assignment: 6 months, potential for extension

Primary job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Working in and around fiber and radio huts, generation plants, substations, data centers, crew quarters and right of ways.
• Creating plans for splicing and testing OPGW and ADSS fiber optic cables.
• Performing support duties in fiber cable maintenance, relocation and emergency restoration.
• Building relationships with all business units within the client.
• Documenting fibre strand usage and updating cable records in Circuit Vision.
• Reviewing and analysing optical system route redundancy.
• Participating in maintenance window cutovers and system grooms.
• Working with the Transport Team to turn up telecommunication services.
• Working closely with all fiber splicers and providing updates on progress.
• All other duties as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience:

• 3-5 years of telecommunications network experience desired.
• Excellent understanding of network planning or analysis.
• Directly related experience in the engineering, installation and splicing of fiber optic cable.
• Proficient in all aspects of advance optical testing and interpretation of the results.
• Computer knowledge in all engineering programs (such as: GIS, AutoCAD, SAP, Circuit Vision, etc.).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong safety awareness.
• Well organized and high level of attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Strong problem solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to process information quickly and function under high stress situations.
• Ability to develop rapport with client's employees, client's external customers, and client's contractors.
• Equally effective working independently or in a team environment.
• Experienced using word processing, Visio, spreadsheets, and GIS interfaces.
• Familiarity with BICSI, EIA, TIA, or NEC Standards.
• Attention to detail, trustworthy and self-motivated when working alone.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and field drawings.
• Willingness to work in remote locations.
• Pass multi-level background searches (nuclear).
• Able to work with spreadsheets (Excel) and GIS software.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting and Computer and Network Security