Network Technician

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform installation services:
  • Unboxing equipment
  • Prepare equipment for installations
  • Prepping equipment for configuration
  • Transporting new equipment to install location
  • Remove old equipment
  • Patching cables to new equipment
  • Transporting old equipment
  • Sorting old equipment into piles as per the guidance of onsite staff
• Rack equipment based on established procedures and design.
• Connect all cabling and peripherals to network switches.
• Understand the types of equipment and connectors required to install the switches.
• Understand fiber optic cabling types and connection methods.
• Label cabling using established methods and procedures.
• Troubleshoot layer 1 connectivity issues.
• Have a basic understanding of the power requirements for equipment that is being installed versus equipment being replaced.
• Understand how to replace equipment with minimal service interruption.
• Document various aspects for the replacement of equipment.
• Clean up work area (sweep, throw away trash, etc)
• Provide before and after pictures of installation areas to include Racks
  • Closeup showing switch
  • Showing full rack
• Lift 50-75 lbs - Be able to rack/unrack a network switch
• Be required to drive between local site locations (drivers license)
• Submit Daily Activity reports

REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of 1 year of experience  
• Successful passing of VA HIGH BI background check
• Valid state drivers license with proof of insurance
• Must complete and pass two stage TB testing
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must reside within the continental United States
• Must be willing and able to travel 50-75%

We are seeking a Network Technician to support the Department of Veteran Affairs LAN IRP Nationwide. 

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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COMPETENCIES

• Establish Focus
• Change Management
• Develop Others
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Interpersonal Awareness
• Build Relationships
• Analytical Thinking
• Conceptual Thinking
• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Expertise
• Initiative
• Foster Innovation
• Results Oriented
• Teamwork
• Customer Service

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Locations: Telework/Travel
• Type of environment: Home/Customer sites
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Amount of Travel: 50-75%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

Citizenship:  United States

Clearance requirement:  VA HIGH BI

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.