LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking an Associate Network Engineer for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in Central, IL! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general direction, the Network Engineer Associate is responsible for triaging trouble tickets and work orders, troubleshooting and resolving network access and performance problems, making basic configuration changes to routers, switches, and wireless access points, performing routine network closet inspections and maintenance, and assisting the Network Engineers with projects and infrastructure upgrade deployments.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of methods and techniques used to configure and troubleshoot Cisco, HP/Aruba, and other brands of network equipment. Ability to prioritize tickets/work requests and gather all necessary information needed to troubleshoot issues. Ability to respond to all inquiries in a timely manor. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to read and understand maintenance manuals and to work from sketches, drawings, and diagrams. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and vendors. Ability to carry-out maintenance plans and repair schedules. Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and customer service skills. Ability to lift, carry, and install network equipment and UPS equipment into racks and cabinets. Assist Network Engineers with tasks as needed.

ESSENTIAL STANDARD JOB FUNCTIONS

Act as first responder to network trouble tickets including: LAN switching, WAN connectivity, wireless networking, client VPN access, and network performance issues Perform routine troubleshooting, installation and maintenance on switches, routers, wireless equipment, network cabling, and UPS's Respond to network monitoring alerts to proactively solve problems Assist with documentation of network designs and configurations Enter all information and details of work performed into trouble ticket system The base range for this contract position is $30.00 - $45.00 per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status. In some cases, LRS Consulting uses generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) in support of our hiring processes. LRS takes steps to ensure the use of AI does not result in discrimination based on protected class(es). AI may be used in the hiring process solely in support of the assessment of candidate qualifications. All decisions in the hiring process are made by LRS employees. If AI will be used in the hiring process for the position for which you are applying, you will be notified and will have the opportunity to opt out. If you have any questions, please contact us by clicking here.