Access Network Engineer

Job Title: Access Network Engineer

Reports To: Manager of Network Engineering

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Operations

Benefit: Eligible

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Access Network Engineer is responsible for performing technical work deploying, operating, maintaining, testing, analyzing, and repairing network infrastructure, including WANs, LANs, VoIP, Video, Wired and Wireless networks. Contributes to and completes projects as part of the Network Engineering team

What your responsibilities will be in this role:

• Facilitates communication among clients/customers and engineers, ensuring specifications, budgets, and deadlines are clearly communicated and understood.
• Reviews work and projects for technical accuracy.
• Maintains administrative policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintains knowledge of new trends, developments, technologies, materials, and best practices; applies this knowledge to continually improve product lines and production efficiency.
• Updates, and monitors data networking systems and equipment.
• Reviews network traffic, usage, and capacity to assess future network requirements.
• Basic knowledge of network engineering principles and practices.
• Basic knowledge of LAN/WAN/SAN technology, administration, management, software, hardware, and servers.
• Basic knowledge of security-related hardware and software, intrusion detection, firewall implementation, and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
• Basic knowledge of telecommunications protocols, TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, DHCP, DNS, VoIP, SMS and digital switching technology.
• Basic knowledge of Cisco/Juniper switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Able to read and interpret technical documents and information, such as operating and maintenance instruction manuals.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned by management.

What you bring to the table:

• Excellent Oral and Written Communication
• Ability to learn new technologies as needed for futures systems
• Ability to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays. Ability to work 24 hour standby rotational shifts.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical
• Ability to handle confidential material and information; individual must be organized, able to multi-task under pressure.

General Qualifications:

• High School degree required. Bachelor's or technical degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related field from an accredited four-year college preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Bilingual is a plus
• Ability to organize and prioritize effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Power Point
• Desired certifications: CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+

Key Competencies:

• Accountable - Take ownership and commit to get it right, the first time.
• Inclusive- Able to work in a collaborative style that highlights strengths, pushes you to reach your highest potential, and ensures an enjoyable and rewarding experience for all.
• Innovative - Be resourceful, creative, hungry, humble, and smart to develop world class products, services, and solutions.
• Respectful - Hold every assignment with regard for our customers and each other.
• Integrous - Be open, honest, and transparent with yourself, coworkers, customers, and stakeholders in every action.
• Diverse- Embrace unique thought processes to assist in making well-rounded decisions that ultimately benefits our team and our customers.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• frequently required to sit, stand, bend at the knees and waist, and walk
• required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork
• required to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulder
• required to use close vision and focus

Why Join the Blue Stream Fiber Team?

We are proud to have won the 2022 & 2023 Top Workplace award with additional national recognition for Leadership & Innovation! Blue Stream Fiber has been an industry leader in providing innovative and top-notch Internet, TV, and Phone products to Florida for over 45 years. Our investment of millions of dollars in fiber infrastructure has allowed us to offer symmetrical internet speeds, Total Home WiFi, and TiVo Android Set-Top boxes with Google Assistant, among other innovative technologies.

We also understand the importance of investing in our employees, which is why we focus on developing each team member's strengths and experiences. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with the latest technologies, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to the growth and success of our company.

If you are looking to join a company that values its customers and employees, and provides top-quality products and services, then Blue Stream Fiber is the right place for you!

At Blue Stream Fiber we celebrate diversity by employing people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and unique thought processes. Blue Stream Fiber's success is cultivated by a culture that empowers all employees to fulfill their professional goals.