Network Infrastructure Engineer
Job Title: Network Infrastructure Engineer
Classification: E1
Department: Enterprise Architecture
Updated: January 2021
Job Summary
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Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions:
- Assist with the installation and maintenance of Data Network Equipment. The position will also be assisting with the installation and maintenance of the Cable Plant.
- Assemble and install data network components and other communications equipment.
- Assist with installation of racks, servers, storage systems and other equipment as required.
- Oversee the proper installation and system support of Data Center Monitoring and Security Systems including Cameras
- Install and support monitoring software packages
- Check installed equipment for proper operation.
- Install and repair data wiring/cables. Performance of these duties will require working in tunnels and on ladders.
- Assist professional staff, outside technicians and contractors with installation, implementation and troubleshooting related to the university voice, data, and video systems.
- Installation and testing of wireless networking equipment.
- Provides technical assistance to users to determine system needs and cost.
- When equipment malfunctions use industry approved testing procedures, locates and diagnoses the nature of defect, and repairs malfunctions.
- Document work performed.
- Maintain accurate records of appropriate hardware settings, stating equipment location and features, as built drawings of all telecommunication systems, and system cable records.
- Responsible for maintaining skill level and knowledge of developments within the field by participation in training opportunities, studying manuals, and reading journals and technical publications.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High school graduate.
- Minimum of two years in a comprehensive data installation and repair facility running local and metropolitan area networks.
- Demonstrated experience to successfully work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated experience to successfully maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
- Demonstrated experience to successfully operate office equipment.
- Demonstrated experience to successfully provide quality customer service.
- Demonstrated experience to successfully maintain satisfactory work performance and attendance records.
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience to successfully work independently, organize own work and coordinate work activities of others.
- Working knowledge of personal computers.
- Demonstrated ability to physically perform the duties of the job such as lifting equipment, laying wires in tunnels, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Substantial experience in construction of wire plant for voice, data and fiber.
- Experience configuring wireless devices.
Supervision Received:
Receives minimal supervision from a designated supervisor. Much of the work is self-initiated. Person is expected to function with considerable independence and apply appropriate policies and procedures within the assigned area of responsibility. .
Supervision Exercised:
Hire, train, schedule and coordinate the work of student employees and may act as lead worker to PSS staff members within the department/unit/division.
Physical Demands:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
For questions regarding employment, email Human Resources. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center 1-800-649-3777.