Network Technician I at Kforce Inc in Seattle, Washington

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has an enterprise client seeking a Network Technician I in Mesa, AZ.

Summary:
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. 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.

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


• Manage work and priorities through ticketing system and workflow


• Collaborate with various stake holders to remove project obstacles


• Travel within the Virginia region will be required


• 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

REQUIREMENTS:

• 0-2 years of relevant experience


• Data Center experience


• Experience with fiber optic and copper cabling


• Server rack install and networking experience


• TCP/IP networking knowledge


• Broad understanding of infrastructure technologies


• Knowledge of network cabling and standard optic types


• Familiarity with common networking terms


• 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


• Experience dealing with customers during problem resolution and operating efficiently under pressure


• Effective prioritization and time management. Physical requirements


• 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

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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