Switch Plant Technician

EAST KENTUCKY NETWORK LLC • Ivel, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The main purpose of this position is to be responsible for the maintenance, installation, power, and turn-up (if necessary) of all switch-related hardware. This role requires an individual to perform hardware installations and replacements, ensure Atoll propagation models are accurate, perform preventative maintenance on switch-related hardware (including HVAC, power plant equipment, and servers/switches), identify efficient improvements for real estate and power capabilities, collaborate with the IT team on projects and upgrades of IT/IP core switches and routers, and assist switch operations technicians in monitoring cellular network systems. The position involves frequent contact with others within and outside the company, where important matters are discussed and decisions are made, potentially influencing the overall success of the Company. Assignments are received with expected results, and incumbents have considerable freedom in setting work priorities and procedures. Errors can have a significant impact on cost, time, money, or public/employee goodwill.

Requirements

• Position requires an Associates Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Minimum 3 years experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with telco hardware & power systems.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Familiarity with or aptitude for working with hand & power tools and test equipment.
• Requires familiarity with various testing tools and troubleshooting.
• Able to diagnose, install and repair equipment at the component level.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installations & replacements when necessary, adhering to EKNs safety & quality standards.
• Work to ensure our Atoll propagation models are accurate & up to date with EKNs spectrum assets.
• Perform preventative maintenance to switch-related hardware including HVAC, power plant equipment & servers/switches.
• Look for new ways to efficiently improve our real estate & power capabilities both for existing equipment as well as new gear.
• Work with our IT team as it relates to projects & upgrades of IT/IP core switches & routers.
• Assist switch operations technicians in the monitoring of our cellular network systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree