Network Technician – Network Technician III

Job#: 2066097

Job Description:

• Job title: Network Technician
• Location: Richardson, TX 75081
• Onsite M-F (40 hours/week)
• Contract Duration: 6 months w/ opportunity for extension and/or conversion

We are looking to hire a highly motivated, best-in-class Network Technician to join our team within network infrastructure deployment on a temporary basis.

The candidate will work with minimum supervision in a dynamic environment to drive the expansion of our next-generation networks.

The position responsibilities will include scaling support of several data center locations and be responsible for day-to-day assistance with capacity management.

The Network Technician will work closely with both internal customers and external vendors to facilitate smooth project execution as directed by Technical Program Managers.

Our ideal candidate is highly autonomous, very detail oriented, possesses strong written and verbal communication skills and has significant experience of supporting large scale, enterprise class networks. Excellent network implementation and troubleshooting skills combined with a proven documentation methodology is also required. Strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to interact efficiently with peers and customers are required. The desire and ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver simple, sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes.
• Work closely with our Network Engineering & Network Technical Project Manager teams to ensure fast, smooth rollout of new designs and products.
• TCP/IP networking knowledge
• Broad understanding of infrastructure technologies
• Knowledge of network cabling and standard optic types.
• Familiarity with common networking terms.
• Manage work and priorities through ticketing system and workflow
• Collaborate with various stake holders to remove project obstacles
• Travel within Dallas area
• Troubleshoot networking, routing and interconnectivity issues, including troubleshooting of network device configuration and low-level application interaction- Complete customer requests via Remedy trouble ticketing system
• Participate in the migration, basic configuration, and rollout of new or upgraded hardware

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ethernet and IP networking knowledge and experience in the application of IP protocols.
• Substantial background in large scale datacenter network implementations and support.
• Experience working in virtualized enterprise networking environments

Other Qualifications & Responsibilities

• Experience dealing with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure.
• Effective prioritization and time management.

Physical requirements

• The ability to sit in front of computer for entire scheduled 8-hour shift with appropriate breaks while maintaining a high level of alertness and attention to detail.
• Ability to move and lift computer equipment up to 35lbs

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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