This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a transformative project that will revolutionize our city’s digital infrastructure and pave the way for us to become a smart city.

At the heart of our Chesapeake Connects Program is the ambitious installation of 175 miles of fiber optic cables to support our municipal fiber optic ring. This initiative marks a significant step forward in our commitment to providing high-speed, reliable connectivity to our residents, businesses, and government facilities. The impact of this project will be far-reaching, bridging the digital divide and empowering our community with enhanced access to essential services, education, and economic opportunities.

As a Network Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in realizing our vision for a connected and technologically advanced city. In addition to supporting our fiber optic network, you will also be instrumental in managing and optimizing our wireless network infrastructure, including LoRaWAN and CBRS LTE technologies. These wireless networks are integral to enabling smart city applications, IoT devices, and innovative digital services that will enhance quality of life and drive sustainable growth in Chesapeake.

This is not just a job; it’s a chance to be part of something groundbreaking and meaningful. You will work alongside a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to leveraging technology for the betterment of our community. Your expertise, creativity, and passion for innovation will be invaluable as we embark on this exciting journey together.

Join us in shaping the future of Chesapeake and making a lasting impact. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and collaborating on this transformative endeavor.

Responsibilities

Maintain technical operation of the transport network.
Designs, recommends, and implements core and access network elements.
Install and configure network elements.
Perform level III troubleshooting of network problems.
Perform level III/IV troubleshooting of customer escalations.
Maintain documentation of the network.
Work with vendors to specify equipment and place orders.
Coordinates with vendor service personnel on projects and maintenance.
Work with vendors on resolving network and equipment issues.
Direct service personnel in executing projects and conducting network maintenance. (Position has no authority in tangible employment actions including hiring, firing, promoting, reassigning significantly different tasks, or causing changes to benefits but may be involved in directing day-to-day operations of employees).
Coordinates with customers to integrate services.
Designs and recommends solutions to customer needs.
Reviews and interprets network alarms.
Identifies and plans action to properly clear network alarms.
Performs software upgrades to network elements.
Meets with customers as required for service delivery/support.
Trains operations personnel on network monitoring and maintenance.
Documents all projects and changes per company guidelines.
Coordinates with vendors on equipment purchases, requests, equipment returns and repairs.
Creates purchase requests for equipment and services.
Provides technical support to internal departments for special projects.
Ability to maintain reliable, predictable, and reasonable attendance.

Qualifications

Must possess solid understanding of Service Provider transport network architecture including outside plant, core/aggregation/edge electronics, inside plant, collocation facilities, and customer premise.
Must possess a working knowledge of fiber splicing, install procedures and QC procedures.
Must possess an operational knowledge of network electronics and data center components.
Must maintain knowledge of network protocols, maintenance, tools and equipment.
Must possess advanced computer skills and related software applications.
Must be skilled in installing and configuring network services.
Must possess working knowledge of OSI layer 2/3/4 data networking, network design, Ethernet switching, BGP routing, IP/MPLS architectures, structured wiring, and command-line provisioning.
Must possess the ability to troubleshoot problems with converged data and VoIP networks.
Must possess excellent communication and customer relations skills both verbal and written.

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