Excelligence
Olathe, Kansas
Job Description Job Description The IT Network Engineer is the primary owner of network design, administration, security, and reliability across multiple company sites. This role is responsible for the full lifecycle of the organization's network infrastructure, from architecture and configuration to ongoing maintenance, circuit management, security compliance, and incident resolution. It requires deep hands-on expertise with Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco routing and switching platforms, and Cisco Meraki wireless. The Network Engineer exercises independent professional judgment on infrastructure design decisions, security policy governance, and technology recommendations, and serves as the internal subject matter expert that site teams and business stakeholders rely on to keep the network performing and secure. The ideal candidate has direct multi-site network engineering experience, a proven track record of maintaining high availability across distributed environments, and a customer-first mindset that extends to every site and every user they support. Key Responsibilities The following responsibilities reflect the primary duties of this role. Independent judgment, network design analysis, and multi-site technical ownership are central to the performance of each. Design, configure, deploy, and maintain network infrastructure across multiple sites, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and wireless environments, exercising independent judgment on topology, hardware selection, and configuration standards. Administer and maintain Palo Alto next-generation firewalls, including security policy design, rule base management, threat prevention profiles, NAT configurations, and firmware lifecycle management across all sites. Configure and manage Cisco routers and switches, including routing protocol configuration (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VLAN segmentation, STP, QoS, and access control, ensuring consistent and reliable connectivity across the enterprise. Administer Cisco Meraki wireless infrastructure, including access point deployment, RF planning, SSID configuration, client policy enforcement, and ongoing performance monitoring and optimization across distributed sites. Own circuit procurement, contract management, and vendor relationships for all WAN connectivity, including MPLS, broadband, dedicated fiber, and cellular backup circuits - managing SLAs, renewals, and escalations with carriers. Maintain and optimize network uptime across all sites, proactively monitoring infrastructure health, identifying degradation trends, and independently determining and implementing corrective actions before failures impact operations. Design, implement, and enforce network security controls, including firewall policy governance, network segmentation, intrusion prevention, VPN architecture (site-to-site and remote access), and zero-trust access principles. Working with the Information Security team, support PCI DSS network compliance requirements, including scoped network segmentation design, firewall rule review, quarterly network scans, and documentation to support audit and assessment activities. Manage DNS and Active Directory integration, including DNS zone administration, DHCP scope management, and ensuring reliable name resolution and authentication services across all network sites. Perform root cause analysis on network incidents, developing and documenting permanent corrective actions and sharing findings across the IT team to prevent recurrence. Develop and maintain network documentation, including topology diagrams, IP address management (IPAM), circuit inventories, hardware inventories, configuration standards, and runbooks. Evaluate and recommend emerging network technologies and vendor solutions, independently assessing fit against organizational requirements and presenting findings to IT leadership. Provide escalation support and technical guidance to site IT staff and support teams, serving as the internal subject matter expert for network-related incidents and projects. Partner closely with site operations, facilities, and business stakeholders at each location, maintaining a strong customer-service mindset and communicating network decisions and impacts clearly to non-technical audiences. Required Qualifications 5+ years of progressive, hands-on network engineering experience supporting multi-site enterprise environments, including demonstrated ownership of network infrastructure design and operational decisions. Direct, hands-on experience administering Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls, including security policy management, Panorama (preferred), and threat prevention configuration. Proven experience configuring and supporting Cisco routers and switches in a multi-site enterprise environment, including routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, and access layer design. Hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki wireless platform, including AP deployment, dashboard administration, and multi-site wireless management. Experience with circuit contract ownership and carrier management, including WAN circuit procurement, SLA management, and vendor escalation. Solid understanding of network security principles, including firewall policy governance, network segmentation, VPN architecture, and defense-in-depth design. Working knowledge of PCI DSS network requirements, including scoped segmentation, firewall rule review, and audit support. Experience with DNS administration and Active Directory integration, including DHCP management and multi-site name resolution. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex, multi-layer network issues across geographically distributed sites. Excellent communication and customer-service skills, with the ability to translate technical network concepts for non-technical site stakeholders and to take clear ownership of issue resolution. Strong documentation discipline, including network diagrams, IPAM, configuration standards, and change management records. Preferred Qualifications Relevant professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSE, Meraki ECMS, or equivalent. Experience with SD-WAN platforms, network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Meraki Dashboard), or SIEM/log aggregation solutions. Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP virtual networking, VPN gateways, and hybrid connectivity). Experience supporting network infrastructure in distribution center, warehouse, retail, or similarly operationally demanding multi-site environments. Exposure to network automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Python/Netmiko, Terraform). Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated expertise through progressive work experience. Physical & Work Environment Requirements Must be available and willing to travel to multiple company sites as needed to perform on-site network installations, assessments, hardware deployments, and troubleshooting. Ability to work in varied operational environments across sites, including distribution centers, office locations, and data center/MDF/IDF spaces. Must be available to respond to critical network incidents outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and during planned maintenance windows, to minimize impact on business operations. Ability to rack, cable, and position network hardware as required during infrastructure deployments and upgrades. What We're Looking For We need a network engineer who takes genuine ownership; someone who treats every site like it's their own and understands that a network outage at any location isn't just a technical event, it's people who can't work and customers who feel the impact. The right person is proactive, not reactive: they know their infrastructure, they catch problems before they become incidents, and they bring clear, confident communication to every stakeholder they support. Deep technical skill matters here, but so does the ability to show up at a site, understand what the people there actually need, and solve it in a way that earns their trust. Why Join Excelligence? At Excelligence, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting educators and helping children succeed. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our logistics and supply chain operations while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Excelligence Learning Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees, applicants, and other covered persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Job Description Job Description The IT Network Engineer is the primary owner of network design, administration, security, and reliability across multiple company sites. This role is responsible for the full lifecycle of the organization's network infrastructure, from architecture and configuration to ongoing maintenance, circuit management, security compliance, and incident resolution. It requires deep hands-on expertise with Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco routing and switching platforms, and Cisco Meraki wireless. The Network Engineer exercises independent professional judgment on infrastructure design decisions, security policy governance, and technology recommendations, and serves as the internal subject matter expert that site teams and business stakeholders rely on to keep the network performing and secure. The ideal candidate has direct multi-site network engineering experience, a proven track record of maintaining high availability across distributed environments, and a customer-first mindset that extends to every site and every user they support. Key Responsibilities The following responsibilities reflect the primary duties of this role. Independent judgment, network design analysis, and multi-site technical ownership are central to the performance of each. Design, configure, deploy, and maintain network infrastructure across multiple sites, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and wireless environments, exercising independent judgment on topology, hardware selection, and configuration standards. Administer and maintain Palo Alto next-generation firewalls, including security policy design, rule base management, threat prevention profiles, NAT configurations, and firmware lifecycle management across all sites. Configure and manage Cisco routers and switches, including routing protocol configuration (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), VLAN segmentation, STP, QoS, and access control, ensuring consistent and reliable connectivity across the enterprise. Administer Cisco Meraki wireless infrastructure, including access point deployment, RF planning, SSID configuration, client policy enforcement, and ongoing performance monitoring and optimization across distributed sites. Own circuit procurement, contract management, and vendor relationships for all WAN connectivity, including MPLS, broadband, dedicated fiber, and cellular backup circuits - managing SLAs, renewals, and escalations with carriers. Maintain and optimize network uptime across all sites, proactively monitoring infrastructure health, identifying degradation trends, and independently determining and implementing corrective actions before failures impact operations. Design, implement, and enforce network security controls, including firewall policy governance, network segmentation, intrusion prevention, VPN architecture (site-to-site and remote access), and zero-trust access principles. Working with the Information Security team, support PCI DSS network compliance requirements, including scoped network segmentation design, firewall rule review, quarterly network scans, and documentation to support audit and assessment activities. Manage DNS and Active Directory integration, including DNS zone administration, DHCP scope management, and ensuring reliable name resolution and authentication services across all network sites. Perform root cause analysis on network incidents, developing and documenting permanent corrective actions and sharing findings across the IT team to prevent recurrence. Develop and maintain network documentation, including topology diagrams, IP address management (IPAM), circuit inventories, hardware inventories, configuration standards, and runbooks. Evaluate and recommend emerging network technologies and vendor solutions, independently assessing fit against organizational requirements and presenting findings to IT leadership. Provide escalation support and technical guidance to site IT staff and support teams, serving as the internal subject matter expert for network-related incidents and projects. Partner closely with site operations, facilities, and business stakeholders at each location, maintaining a strong customer-service mindset and communicating network decisions and impacts clearly to non-technical audiences. Required Qualifications 5+ years of progressive, hands-on network engineering experience supporting multi-site enterprise environments, including demonstrated ownership of network infrastructure design and operational decisions. Direct, hands-on experience administering Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls, including security policy management, Panorama (preferred), and threat prevention configuration. Proven experience configuring and supporting Cisco routers and switches in a multi-site enterprise environment, including routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLANs, and access layer design. Hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki wireless platform, including AP deployment, dashboard administration, and multi-site wireless management. Experience with circuit contract ownership and carrier management, including WAN circuit procurement, SLA management, and vendor escalation. Solid understanding of network security principles, including firewall policy governance, network segmentation, VPN architecture, and defense-in-depth design. Working knowledge of PCI DSS network requirements, including scoped segmentation, firewall rule review, and audit support. Experience with DNS administration and Active Directory integration, including DHCP management and multi-site name resolution. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex, multi-layer network issues across geographically distributed sites. Excellent communication and customer-service skills, with the ability to translate technical network concepts for non-technical site stakeholders and to take clear ownership of issue resolution. Strong documentation discipline, including network diagrams, IPAM, configuration standards, and change management records. Preferred Qualifications Relevant professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSE, Meraki ECMS, or equivalent. Experience with SD-WAN platforms, network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Meraki Dashboard), or SIEM/log aggregation solutions. Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP virtual networking, VPN gateways, and hybrid connectivity). Experience supporting network infrastructure in distribution center, warehouse, retail, or similarly operationally demanding multi-site environments. Exposure to network automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Python/Netmiko, Terraform). Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated expertise through progressive work experience. Physical & Work Environment Requirements Must be available and willing to travel to multiple company sites as needed to perform on-site network installations, assessments, hardware deployments, and troubleshooting. Ability to work in varied operational environments across sites, including distribution centers, office locations, and data center/MDF/IDF spaces. Must be available to respond to critical network incidents outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and during planned maintenance windows, to minimize impact on business operations. Ability to rack, cable, and position network hardware as required during infrastructure deployments and upgrades. What We're Looking For We need a network engineer who takes genuine ownership; someone who treats every site like it's their own and understands that a network outage at any location isn't just a technical event, it's people who can't work and customers who feel the impact. The right person is proactive, not reactive: they know their infrastructure, they catch problems before they become incidents, and they bring clear, confident communication to every stakeholder they support. Deep technical skill matters here, but so does the ability to show up at a site, understand what the people there actually need, and solve it in a way that earns their trust. Why Join Excelligence? At Excelligence, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting educators and helping children succeed. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our logistics and supply chain operations while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Excelligence Learning Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees, applicants, and other covered persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Blue Mantis
Reston, Virginia
Job Description Job Description Description We are seeking a Network Security Engineer to provide technical support in design and deployment of Network Transformation and Network Operations. In this role, you will assess and deploy the relevant technology solutions according to customers' business, security policy and application requirements and work directly with the Senior Network Engineer. Key Responsibilities Participate in daily network, firewall, and operational support. Ability to troubleshoot network issues and failures and follow best practices and troubleshooting methodology to quickly assess current situations, find solutions, and implement changes to correct and/or update network topologies to ensure stability and functionality. Provide technical analysis of operational issues and remediations during troubleshooting efforts to ensure documentations and procedures are followed and updated during active events. This includes the ability to report to management. Stay up to date on emerging technologies and products, including attaining certifications and participation in industry events as appropriate. Work with various stake holders to lead problem solving, evolve system roadmap and take critical decisions. Provide clear communication with regular updates/reports to the management team. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Minimum of 5 years' experience in deployment and configuration and architectural design of networking technologies specific to routing, switching and general network security best practices, in which 3 years must be in customer-facing positions. Minimum of CCNA or comparable level of knowledge. Ability to work on call rotation as needed. B.S./B.A./M.S. degree or equivalent technical training. Fortinet NSE 6 and NSE 7 Knowledge of Azure and AWS Experience with Aruba ClearPass, Aruba switches and wireless Experience with Cisco Firepower Services and Palo Alto security services. Understanding of encryption and SSL/TLS technologies and best practices. Experience working for or with local government, service providers, and/or enterprises customers. Experience in large Data Center or Enterprise/campus designs, architecture, deployment and configuration with physical and virtual appliances. Familiarity with applications driving modern infrastructure design in private and public cloud. Experience in networking technologies such as STP, Nexus vPC, IPSEC / SSLVPN, Routing: VRF, MPLS, OSPF, BGP and Multi-Homed environments. Datacenter Network services including Security, Load Balancing, DNS, etc. at the virtual and physical level. Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, HP, Aruba and CATO products (Firewall, Routing / switching, SASE, wireless and security) Wireless networking technologies including access-control platforms such as Cisco ISE or Aruba Clear Pass Policy Manager IPS/IDS, as well as other NGFW (Next Gen Firewall) features and capabilities. Ability to write incident and problem record documentation to support daily efforts. Strong analytical thinking and decision-making skills & highly organized. Strong ability to influence others and build consensus via excellent verbal and written communication skills. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This job description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by employees in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Agencies/3 Parties may not solicit to any employee of Blue Mantis. Any candidate information received from any Agency/3 Party will be considered a gift and property of Blue Mantis, unless the Agency/3 Party is an Authorized Vendor of Blue Mantis with an up-to-date Blue Mantis Contract in hand signed by Blue Mantis Talent Acquisition. No payment will be made to any Agency/3 Party who is not an Authorized Vendor, nor has specific approval in writing from Blue Mantis Talent Acquisition to engage in recruitment efforts for Blue Mantis. At this time, we have no interest in onboarding any new staffing partners.
Job Description Job Description Description We are seeking a Network Security Engineer to provide technical support in design and deployment of Network Transformation and Network Operations. In this role, you will assess and deploy the relevant technology solutions according to customers' business, security policy and application requirements and work directly with the Senior Network Engineer. Key Responsibilities Participate in daily network, firewall, and operational support. Ability to troubleshoot network issues and failures and follow best practices and troubleshooting methodology to quickly assess current situations, find solutions, and implement changes to correct and/or update network topologies to ensure stability and functionality. Provide technical analysis of operational issues and remediations during troubleshooting efforts to ensure documentations and procedures are followed and updated during active events. This includes the ability to report to management. Stay up to date on emerging technologies and products, including attaining certifications and participation in industry events as appropriate. Work with various stake holders to lead problem solving, evolve system roadmap and take critical decisions. Provide clear communication with regular updates/reports to the management team. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Minimum of 5 years' experience in deployment and configuration and architectural design of networking technologies specific to routing, switching and general network security best practices, in which 3 years must be in customer-facing positions. Minimum of CCNA or comparable level of knowledge. Ability to work on call rotation as needed. B.S./B.A./M.S. degree or equivalent technical training. Fortinet NSE 6 and NSE 7 Knowledge of Azure and AWS Experience with Aruba ClearPass, Aruba switches and wireless Experience with Cisco Firepower Services and Palo Alto security services. Understanding of encryption and SSL/TLS technologies and best practices. Experience working for or with local government, service providers, and/or enterprises customers. Experience in large Data Center or Enterprise/campus designs, architecture, deployment and configuration with physical and virtual appliances. Familiarity with applications driving modern infrastructure design in private and public cloud. Experience in networking technologies such as STP, Nexus vPC, IPSEC / SSLVPN, Routing: VRF, MPLS, OSPF, BGP and Multi-Homed environments. Datacenter Network services including Security, Load Balancing, DNS, etc. at the virtual and physical level. Experience with Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, HP, Aruba and CATO products (Firewall, Routing / switching, SASE, wireless and security) Wireless networking technologies including access-control platforms such as Cisco ISE or Aruba Clear Pass Policy Manager IPS/IDS, as well as other NGFW (Next Gen Firewall) features and capabilities. Ability to write incident and problem record documentation to support daily efforts. Strong analytical thinking and decision-making skills & highly organized. Strong ability to influence others and build consensus via excellent verbal and written communication skills. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This job description is intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by employees in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Agencies/3 Parties may not solicit to any employee of Blue Mantis. Any candidate information received from any Agency/3 Party will be considered a gift and property of Blue Mantis, unless the Agency/3 Party is an Authorized Vendor of Blue Mantis with an up-to-date Blue Mantis Contract in hand signed by Blue Mantis Talent Acquisition. No payment will be made to any Agency/3 Party who is not an Authorized Vendor, nor has specific approval in writing from Blue Mantis Talent Acquisition to engage in recruitment efforts for Blue Mantis. At this time, we have no interest in onboarding any new staffing partners.
CCI Systems, Inc.
Madison, Wisconsin
Job Description Job Description Location: Lacrosse, WI and surrounding areas Why CCI? CCI Systems, Inc. is an Employee-Owned Telecommunications Company based in Iron Mountain, MI with 60+ years of industry knowledge and experience. Our outstanding team-based work culture and environment has allowed us to grow, develop, and retain long-term employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, flexibility, paid on the job training, overtime, professional development, and inspire you to be bold, yet accountable. We value our employee's hard work and determination and REWARD results all while having fun! Our mission is to make life better by innovating tomorrow's communication solutions today. We are seeking Fiber Splicers who hold a crucial position in guaranteeing prompt delivery and excellence in Telecommunications services for our clientele. Responsibilities include deciphering schematics and diagrams to splice, terminate, and test fiber-optic connections for both new constructions and service setups. Additionally, the role involves the maintenance, troubleshooting, and rectification of damaged cables and associated concerns within the outside plant network. Responsibilities Splice and maintain new and existing fiber. Prep and splice single-mode (SM) and multi-mode (MM) optical fiber cables ranging from single to ribbon and loose tube. Splice and repair fiber optic cables using single and mass fusion equipment. Terminate fiber using various connectors or pig tails. Test fiber using OTDR, OLTS, Power Meters, and VFL. Install required splice capsules and hardware. Perform mid-sheath cable entries along with the ability to splice fibers in an active network. Maintain existing plant without causing signal failure interruptions. Respond to network outages and perform required troubleshooting and repairs. Keep up-to-date records of project progress, including production sheets, time sheets, and necessary customer documentation. Maintain splice equipment, trailers, and vehicles. Complete certification testing of fiber optic systems. Experienced in understanding and adhering to safety including those outlined by OSHA, NESC, NEC, and other pertinent standards. Maintain knowledge of all organizational policies and governmental regulations. Maintain a safe work environment by following CCI's policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications 2+ years of fiber splicing and troubleshooting experience preferred. Knowledge of fiber optic theory which includes fiber loss connector types and the different types of fibers preferred. Experience with both ribbon fiber and loose tube with combination in deribbonizing and ribbonizing preferred. Ability to test fiber using OTDR, OLTS, Power Meters, and VFL preferred. Ability to use single and mass fusion splicing machines preferred. Ability to differentiate between different fiber sizes and colors preferred. Ability to read splicing matrix, splice, and test fiber in various environments like FTTH, underground, and aerial preferred. Ability to place aerial and underground splice closures along with other closures common to the splicing and termination of fiber-optic cables preferred. Capable of efficiently accomplishing the allocated workload within the specified timeframe while maintaining exceptional quality standards. Proficient in prioritizing tasks and adapting schedules to accommodate evolving requirements. Ability to detect safety issues and work independently. Record and document testing per customer specifications. Complete daily production reports to document work performed. Good communication and organizational skills. Proficient with MS Office and various web-based software. Self-starter and dependable with great attention to detail. Time requirement Must be willing to travel up to 100%; may include overnight stays on a weekly basis dependent on candidate location and region. If further travel is required, this could consist of 10 days on and 4-5 days off. Maintenance of customer networks may entail working outside regular business hours, including evening and overnight shifts. Candidates may eventually be required to be on call on a rotational basis which may include nights and weekends. General information Must have a valid driver's license acceptable driving record. Must be able to pass a DOT physical. Piece rate after initial training has been completed and able to work independently. Must provide own hand tools to satisfactorily complete all job functions. Specialty tools will be provided. Willing to work indoors in confined space, poorly ventilated areas such as attics, basements, crawlspaces, and/or manholes. Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, rodents, pets, and cleaning solutions. Able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditions. Ability to work up to 50' in a bucket truck, ladder, and/or climb utility poles. Mechanically inclined and able to use hand tools and equipment to help complete an assigned project. Maintain a professional working attitude with co-workers and customers. Maintain a clean, neat, professional appearance. CCI Systems, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description Job Description Location: Lacrosse, WI and surrounding areas Why CCI? CCI Systems, Inc. is an Employee-Owned Telecommunications Company based in Iron Mountain, MI with 60+ years of industry knowledge and experience. Our outstanding team-based work culture and environment has allowed us to grow, develop, and retain long-term employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, flexibility, paid on the job training, overtime, professional development, and inspire you to be bold, yet accountable. We value our employee's hard work and determination and REWARD results all while having fun! Our mission is to make life better by innovating tomorrow's communication solutions today. We are seeking Fiber Splicers who hold a crucial position in guaranteeing prompt delivery and excellence in Telecommunications services for our clientele. Responsibilities include deciphering schematics and diagrams to splice, terminate, and test fiber-optic connections for both new constructions and service setups. Additionally, the role involves the maintenance, troubleshooting, and rectification of damaged cables and associated concerns within the outside plant network. Responsibilities Splice and maintain new and existing fiber. Prep and splice single-mode (SM) and multi-mode (MM) optical fiber cables ranging from single to ribbon and loose tube. Splice and repair fiber optic cables using single and mass fusion equipment. Terminate fiber using various connectors or pig tails. Test fiber using OTDR, OLTS, Power Meters, and VFL. Install required splice capsules and hardware. Perform mid-sheath cable entries along with the ability to splice fibers in an active network. Maintain existing plant without causing signal failure interruptions. Respond to network outages and perform required troubleshooting and repairs. Keep up-to-date records of project progress, including production sheets, time sheets, and necessary customer documentation. Maintain splice equipment, trailers, and vehicles. Complete certification testing of fiber optic systems. Experienced in understanding and adhering to safety including those outlined by OSHA, NESC, NEC, and other pertinent standards. Maintain knowledge of all organizational policies and governmental regulations. Maintain a safe work environment by following CCI's policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications 2+ years of fiber splicing and troubleshooting experience preferred. Knowledge of fiber optic theory which includes fiber loss connector types and the different types of fibers preferred. Experience with both ribbon fiber and loose tube with combination in deribbonizing and ribbonizing preferred. Ability to test fiber using OTDR, OLTS, Power Meters, and VFL preferred. Ability to use single and mass fusion splicing machines preferred. Ability to differentiate between different fiber sizes and colors preferred. Ability to read splicing matrix, splice, and test fiber in various environments like FTTH, underground, and aerial preferred. Ability to place aerial and underground splice closures along with other closures common to the splicing and termination of fiber-optic cables preferred. Capable of efficiently accomplishing the allocated workload within the specified timeframe while maintaining exceptional quality standards. Proficient in prioritizing tasks and adapting schedules to accommodate evolving requirements. Ability to detect safety issues and work independently. Record and document testing per customer specifications. Complete daily production reports to document work performed. Good communication and organizational skills. Proficient with MS Office and various web-based software. Self-starter and dependable with great attention to detail. Time requirement Must be willing to travel up to 100%; may include overnight stays on a weekly basis dependent on candidate location and region. If further travel is required, this could consist of 10 days on and 4-5 days off. Maintenance of customer networks may entail working outside regular business hours, including evening and overnight shifts. Candidates may eventually be required to be on call on a rotational basis which may include nights and weekends. General information Must have a valid driver's license acceptable driving record. Must be able to pass a DOT physical. Piece rate after initial training has been completed and able to work independently. Must provide own hand tools to satisfactorily complete all job functions. Specialty tools will be provided. Willing to work indoors in confined space, poorly ventilated areas such as attics, basements, crawlspaces, and/or manholes. Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, rodents, pets, and cleaning solutions. Able and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditions. Ability to work up to 50' in a bucket truck, ladder, and/or climb utility poles. Mechanically inclined and able to use hand tools and equipment to help complete an assigned project. Maintain a professional working attitude with co-workers and customers. Maintain a clean, neat, professional appearance. CCI Systems, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
