Network Technician

Brightspeed•Mountain Home, AR

About The Position

Brightspeed is looking for an experienced Network Technician to join our team! As a Brightspeed Network Technician you will be responsible for all aspects of working in the physical Central Office as well as in the field. As a Network Technician you will be required to work overtime and weekends as outages occur. As Network Technician your responsibilities will include: Supporting and maintaining all switching equipment in Central Offices as well as in the field Keeping all backup generators in optimum condition Installing, supporting, and maintaining special circuits and being capable of working within the TIRKS system Monitoring and supporting all switch alarm activity Installing, supporting, and maintaining fiber and copper networks Supporting and maintaining transport networks and central office power

Requirements

Familiarity with both inside and outside plant cabling practices
3 to 5 years experience as a switch technician
Self-motivated and able to drive issues to resolution
Ability to promote and sell Brightspeed services
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations
Ability to work well with both customers and fellow peers
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
Ability to work all shifts as assigned including nights, weekends, and holidays depending on business needs

Responsibilities

Supporting and maintaining all switching equipment in Central Offices as well as in the field
Keeping all backup generators in optimum condition
Installing, supporting, and maintaining special circuits and being capable of working within the TIRKS system
Monitoring and supporting all switch alarm activity
Installing, supporting, and maintaining fiber and copper networks
Supporting and maintaining transport networks and central office power