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Transport Network Engineer

Transport Network Engineer

Valley TelephoneSan Antonio, TX, US
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Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Transport Network Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of VTXC’s transport network infrastructure. This includes fiber backbone systems, DWDM / OTN platforms, and layer 2 / 3 routing gear. This includes direct support for the company’s data center facilities, ensuring that both internal and customer-facing infrastructure is robust, redundant, and high performing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following :

  • Design and deploy long haul and metro transport systems using DWDM, OTN, and IP / MPLS technologies.
  • Engineer and implement fiber-based routes between central offices, data centers, and interconnect points.
  • Configure and maintain Nokia, Juniper and Cisco platforms.
  • Lead migrations and turn-ups of 10G, 100G, and 400G transport services.
  • Perform optical testing (OTDR, light levels), validate fiber paths, and troubleshoot transport circuits.
  • Maintain logical and physical documentation (Visio, Excel).
  • Assist NOC with network configuration / reconfiguration as necessary.
  • Train Level 1 and Level 2 staff in the technological and operational aspects of new implementations.
  • Support and manage core network gear housed in VTXC and partner data centers.
  • Coordinate and install equipment racks, patch panels, PDU’s and structured cabling.
  • Provision fiber cross-connects, power drops, and customer colocation interfaces.
  • Assist with Smart Hands request including equipment reboots, cabling, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Ensure up time by supporting redundancy designs and coordinating preventive maintenance.
  • Monitor and respond to alerts from power systems, generators, and fire suppression units.
  • Will be required to perform "stand-by" duty and be "on-call" as part of rotation
  • Maintain compliance to all relevant OSHA, safety or departmental specific standards as directed by supervisor.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must have a valid Driver’s License and insurable record.

Must pass pre-employment screen, physical and background checks.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • At least 3-4 years performing new installations, moves, adds, and changes for voice, transport, video and data networks in local and remote locations.
  • At least 3-4 years of network management experience in installing, customizing and maintaining a variety of NMS tools.
  • Able to manage complex network projects with minimal supervision.
  • Proficient in networking technologies-Voice (TDM and VoIP), Data, ATM, Frame Relay, Ethernet, routers, switches, SONET, DWDM and multiplexers.
  • Possesses expertise with network functions, protocols and standards.
  • Proficient in the use of Windows Operating Systems and workable in UNIX / LINUX. Knowledge of scripting is very helpful, HTML / I A VA, shell, and Perl.
  • Knowledge of DC power / batteries, TCP / IP, IP Video and VoIP, a plus.
  • Able to gather and provide technical requirements, build criteria and evaluate software and hardware.
  • Self-managing and self-starter, believing in providing high quality of service.
  • Possesses good communication and intel personal skills. Has contact with Network Technicians (COE, NOC), and Network / NOC Supervisors.
  • Ability to work non-standard hours (nights, weekends, holidays) due to service outages and scheduled maintenances
  • Possesses excellent problem-solving skills.
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