Network Technician 2

Armstrong; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong is seeking an experienced Network Technician 2 to join our operations team. You will implement, assemble, and activate CMTS systems and multi-vendor GPON platforms, using advanced debugging tools to diagnose issues and collaborating with vendor engineers to resolve bottlenecks.

You will develop tools to improve network architecture and sustain availability with rotating on-call support, including light travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operational/technical experience.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Strong knowledge of DWDM, CMTS, GPON, MPLS and IP/RF networking.

Responsibilities

• Implement, assemble, and activate CMTS and Adtran GPON systems.
• Run advanced debugging to diagnose complex issues and bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with vendor engineers and TAC leaders to accelerate resolutions.
• Develop analysis methods/tools to inform network design and architecture improvements.
• Maintain network availability with rotating on-call schedule; light travel.

Skills

DWDM transport

CMTS

GPON platforms

MPLS

Routing

IP networking

DOCSIS

OFDM

OFDMA

Mid/High Split

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Tools

GPON Fundamentals

CCNA

Reverse Networks (NCTI)

DOCSIS Fundamentals (SCTE)

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and analytical

We are seeking an experienced and analytical Network Technician 2 to join our operations team. In this role, you will implement, assemble, and activate full CMTS systems and multi-vendor GPON platforms. You will utilize advanced debugging tools to diagnose complex issues, collaborate directly with vendor engineers and TAC leaders to resolve performance bottlenecks, and develop tools to improve architecture and network design.

Position Responsibilities

• Network Deployment & Upgrades: Implement, assemble, and activate full CMTS systems and Adtran multi-vendor GPON systems, executing planned designs, system upgrades, and maintenance work.


• Troubleshooting & Debugging: Run advanced debug and access tools to diagnose complex issues, resolving performance bottlenecks and software bugs efficiently.


• Vendor & Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with vendor engineers and TAC leaders to accelerate escalations, and articulate complex technical problems clearly to management, internal departments, and commercial customers.


• Analysis & Architecture: Develop analysis methods and tools to determine network augments and design architecture improvements.


• Operational Support: Maintain network availability through a flexible schedule, including a rotating weekly on-call schedule for after-hours high-level support; light travel.

Position Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of operational and/or similar technical industry experience.


• Education: Associate's Degree and/or equivalent technical education.


• Technical Competencies:
  
  
  
  • Proficient in DWDM transport, CMTS, GPON Platforms, MPLS, and Routing.
  
  
  • Solid application of IP and RF networking principles (including DOCSIS, OFDM, OFDMA, and Mid/High Split concepts).
  
  
  • Highly analytical with proven capability to troubleshoot technical issues swiftly.
  
  
  
  


• Professional Skills:
  
  
  
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
  
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  
  
  • Highly organized with high attention to detail.
  
  
  
  


• Preferred Certifications & Training:
  
  
  
  • NCTI: Understanding Reverse Networks
  
  
  • SCTE: DOCSIS Fundamentals
  
  
  • On-the-Job/Vendor Training: GPON Fundamentals, CCNA
  
  
  
  

Who We Are

The Armstrong Group is a family owned and operated collection of diverse companies. What began in 1946 as Armstrong County Line Construction, founded by Jud L. Sedwick in Kittanning, PA, has now grown into an organization that encompasses multiple industries and employs over 2,400 individuals nationwide. Our brands include Armstrong Utilities, Guardian Protection, Armstrong Development, 4Front Solutions, Twin Pops, and Armstrong Comfort Solutions.

Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity Employer.