Network Operations Support Technician (1st Shift)
EPITEC · Montgomery, AL · 1 mo ago
Information Technology$22.85/hrContract
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor network alarms, alerts, and fault conditions to ensure continuous service availability.
- Support and maintain LAN/WAN networking environments, including point-to-point, wireless, campus, VPN, voice, and data circuits.
- Analyze network performance data, reports, databases, and dashboards to identify equipment, connectivity, or service issues.
- Create, update, and maintain incident tickets, service requests, change records, configuration items, and resolution documentation using an IT service management system.
- Initiate and track trouble reports while coordinating with technical support and maintenance personnel to ensure timely resolution.
- Research and troubleshoot network, circuit, and connectivity issues.
- Document network events, resolutions, and operational procedures accurately.
- Provide excellent customer support while communicating issue status and resolution progress.
- Participate in shift turnover activities to ensure seamless operational support.
Required Qualifications
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience supporting or maintaining LAN/WAN networks.
- Minimum one (1) year of service desk, help desk, technical support, or systems analysis experience.
- Knowledge of voice and data circuits and basic troubleshooting practices.
- Experience using incident or ticket management systems such as ServiceNow, Remedy, or similar platforms.
- Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- CompTIA Network+ certification.
- Experience within a Network Operations Center (NOC) environment.
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools and performance reporting systems.
Work Schedule
Full-time, onsite position. Training conducted during day shift hours (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM). Rotating schedule includes alternating weekends, holidays, and extended shift coverage as part of a 24/7 operations team.
Additional Information
- Contract-to-hire opportunity.
- Candidates must be able to work onsite; remote work is not available.
- Successful completion of required background screening is required.
- Position offers the opportunity for long-term employment based on business needs and performance.
Benefits
- 40 hours paid time off.
- Medical insurance contributions.
- Dental, vision, and our 401k retirement savings plan available.