Engineer Technician II

EMCO is seeking an

Engineer Technician II Job Description :

Installing, supporting, and/or maintaining LANs and/or WANs; evaluating and recommending networking product and software upgrades Performing technical analyses of software, hardware and transmission facilities using various diagnostic tools in support of efficient network operations Monitoring data traffic and controls network resource performance to ensure high-quality transmission. Identifying, diagnosing and resolving technical problems related to network failure/integrity and usage of PC hardware and software. Utilizing existing knowledge while building additional knowledge of the company, client, and processes Resolving work orders for Network and VOIP issues. Solving a range of straightforward problems Analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures Completing work with a moderate level of guidance and direction Solving standard problems by analyzing possible solutions using experience, judgement, and precedents Impacting quality of own work and the work of others on the team Working within guidelines and policies Explaining information to others in straightforward situations

Basic Qualifications:

2 or more years of relevant experience 1+ years of cable plant experience working with fiber optic, copper, and category cabling. 1+ years experience troubleshooting complex routing and switching issues. 1+ years experience configuring switches, routers, network appliances, WAN acceleration devices. Basic troubleshooting skills Will be required to do physical task (climbing in manholes, pulling cables in ceilings, installing equipment as required. Entry level knowledge of configuring and maintaining network devices such as switches, routers, wireless access points, firewalls, and network appliances. Basic knowledge of voice, video, data, and wireless network technologies (e.g., LAN/WAN, Wireless, VoIP, Physical security, Video conferencing) Awareness of network protocols and technologies such as TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, and routing protocols. Ability to work in a team environment to resolve technical issues in a dynamic environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with clients and team members effectively. Ability to interpret network drawings and specifications. Ability to identify different colors and telecom color codes. Lifting of heavy objects of up to 50 pounds Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel US citizenship is required in order to obtain 85p

Public Trust Preferred Qualifications:

BICSI Certification CCNA or other Networking Certification Experience with NASA