IT - OIT - Network Technician

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Requisition: Network Operations Support Technician (3rd Shift) - Must be able to train for 2 weeks on 2nd shift, then 2 weeks on 1st shift before they begin their time on 3rd shift working from 12am to 8am. 10 days on, 4 days off, 5 days on, 2 days off, then repeat.
Contract Length: 3- 6 months -Temp to hire
Work Location: Montgomery AL -Onsite

Position Overview:

• This is a full-performance level role involving applied and developmental technical work in data systems monitoring and maintenance.
• The technician will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining the LAN/WAN networks, which include point-to-point, wireless, campus, VPN, and agency host computer configurations across statewide multi-complex networks for both voice and data circuits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor network alarms, alerts, and faults;respond promptly to ensure service reliability and availability.
• Maintain and update ServiceNow records including incidents, requests, problems, configuration items, change requests, and resolution details.
• Analyze State Data Network using reports from network management systems, databases, and spreadsheets to identify and address equipment or service issues.
• Initiate trouble reports and corrective procedures to involve appropriate maintenance or technical support personnel.
• Participate in shift work, including weekends and holidays, as part of a 24/7 operational support team.
• 3rd shift. Must be able to train for 2 weeks on 2nd shift, then 2 weeks on 1st shift before they begin their time on 3rd shift working from 12am to 8am. 10 days on, 4 days off, 5 days on, 2 days off, then repeat.

Skills Required:

• Minimum 1 year of experience with LAN/WAN maintenance and support.
• Minimum 1 year of call center or service desk experience.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Experience or knowledge of voice and data circuits, including troubleshooting and research.
• Familiarity with incident ticketing systems such as ServiceNow or Remedy.

Experience Required:

• At least 1 year of systems analysis or service desk experience.

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CompTIA Network+ Certification.

Meet Your Recruiter

Praveen Dubey