Network Engineer III
Company: City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Working Title of Vacant PositionNetwork Engineer IIIJob Type:
Full TimePosting Type: PublicNumber of Vacancies: 1Department:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYDivision: IT ADMINISTRATIONRequisition
Number: 2024152Number of hours worked per week: 40+Work Schedule:
8AM - 5PM Monday - Friday. Employees may be expected to work hours
in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to
short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. -
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.Work Site Location: Chesapeake,
VAPosition Driving Requirement: O - OccasionalPay Basis:
Semi-MonthlyAdvertised Salary: $81,254 - $125,000; Depending on
qualifications and experience.Job Description: Exciting
Opportunity: Join Us as a Network Engineer for the Chesapeake
Connects Program.This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a
transformative project that will revolutionize our city's digital
infrastructure and pave the way for us to become a smart city.At
the heart of our Chesapeake Connects Program is the ambitious
installation of 175 miles of fiber optic cables to support our
municipal fiber optic ring. This initiative marks a significant
step forward in our commitment to providing high-speed, reliable
connectivity to our residents, businesses, and government
facilities. The impact of this project will be far-reaching,
bridging the digital divide and empowering our community with
enhanced access to essential services, education, and economic
opportunities.As a Network Engineer, you will play a pivotal role
in realizing our vision for a connected and technologically
advanced city. In addition to supporting our fiber optic network,
you will also be instrumental in managing and optimizing our
wireless network infrastructure, including LoRaWAN and CBRS LTE
technologies. These wireless networks are integral to enabling
smart city applications, IoT devices, and innovative digital
services that will enhance quality of life and drive sustainable
growth in Chesapeake.This is not just a job; it's a chance to be
part of something groundbreaking and meaningful. You will work
alongside a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to leveraging
technology for the betterment of our community. Your expertise,
creativity, and passion for innovation will be invaluable as we
embark on this exciting journey together.Join us in shaping the
future of Chesapeake and making a lasting impact. We look forward
to welcoming you to our team and collaborating on this
transformative endeavor.Essential Functions
- Maintain technical operation of the transport network.
- Designs, recommends, and implements core and access network
elements.
- Install and configure network elements.
- Perform level III troubleshooting of network problems.
- Perform level III/IV troubleshooting of customer
escalations.
- Maintain documentation of the network.
- Work with vendors to specify equipment and place orders.
- Coordinates with vendor service personnel on projects and
maintenance.
- Work with vendors on resolving network and equipment
issues.
- Direct service personnel in executing projects and conducting
network maintenance. (Position has no authority in tangible
employment actions including hiring, firing, promoting, reassigning
significantly different tasks, or causing changes to benefits but
may be involved in directing day-to-day operations of
employees).
- Coordinates with customers to integrate services.
- Designs and recommends solutions to customer needs.
- Reviews and interprets network alarms.
- Identifies and plans action to properly clear network
alarms.
- Performs software upgrades to network elements.
- Meets with customers as required for service
delivery/support.
- Trains operations personnel on network monitoring and
maintenance.
- Documents all projects and changes per company guidelines.
- Coordinates with vendors on equipment purchases, requests,
equipment returns and repairs.
- Creates purchase requests for equipment and services.
- Provides technical support to internal departments for special
projects.
- Ability to maintain reliable, predictable, and reasonable
attendance.Additional Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
- Must maintain a valid driver's license from state of
residence.
- Must be available for afterhours work (subject to call outs and
on-call rotation to include holidays, nights and weekends) which
would include working fair share of all necessary overtime.
- Work with various departments on special projects.
- Maintain vehicles assigned to Department.PM22Required
Qualifications: VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires any
combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's
degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely
related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying
the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum
of six years of related, full-time equivalent experience. SPECIAL
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver's license and
a driving record in compliance with the . SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally
scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or
City-wide emergencies.Preferred Qualifications:
- Must possess solid understanding of Service Provider transport
network architecture including outside plant, core/aggregation/edge
electronics, inside plant, collocation facilities, and customer
premise.
- Must possess a working knowledge of fiber splicing, install
procedures and QC procedures.
- Must possess an operational knowledge of network electronics
and data center components.
- Must maintain knowledge of network protocols, maintenance,
tools and equipment.
- Must possess advanced computer skills and related software
applications.
- Must be skilled in installing and configuring network
services.
- Must possess working knowledge of OSI layer 2/3/4 data
networking, network design, Ethernet switching, BGP routing,
IP/MPLS architectures, structured wiring, and command-line
provisioning.
- Must possess the ability to troubleshoot problems with
converged data and VoIP networks.
- Must possess excellent communication and customer relations
skills both verbal and written.Job Open Date: 03/25/2024Open Until
Filled: YesSpecial Instructions to Applicants: This position is not
eligible for third-party (i.e., contractor/staffing agency)
placements. For questions about this position, please email
selection@cityofchesapeake.net.PIe75807778c56-31181-34114093
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