Job Objective
Establishes communications systems by installing, operating, and maintaining voice data networks, copper and optical cable plants, telecommunications network circuits and equipment.
Job Duties
Plans network installations by studying customer orders, plans, manuals, and technical specifications; ordering and gathering equipment, supplies, materials, and tools, assessing
... installation site; preparing an installation diagram.
Establishes voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cables; installing telecommunications equipment, routers, switches, multiplexors, cable trays, and alarm and fire-suppression systems; building ironwork and ladder racks;
Establishing connections; programming features;
Establishing connections and integrations; following industry standards; activating remote access tools; coordinating with contractors.
Verifies service by testing circuits, equipment, and alarms; identifying, correcting, or escalating problems.
Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications.
Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.
Maintains customer rapport by listening to and resolving concerns; answering questions.
Responsible for customer needed tech support.
Maintains safe work environment by following codes, standards, and legal regulations.
Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Requirements
Academic Qualification: BSc / HND in Computer Science / Engineering or other related Course
Experience: 2+ years experience as network engineer preferable in an ISP/Telco environment.
Key Skills & Competencies:
Strong communications skills both written and verbal.
Telecommunications Systems Engineering,
Functional knowledge of Telecommunications,
Provisioning, Functional and Technical Skills,
Independence,
Attention to Detail,
Documentation Skills.
Capable of making solid, fact-based decisions under pressure.
Ability to work well in an international, multi-cultural, and high-pressure technical environment.
Technical experience in a telecommunications or network operations environment.
Very Good understanding of wireless communications Technology more