Network Operations Technician I

Join Our Team as a Network Operations Technician at EACOWT!

Are you ready to make an impact in the fast-paced world of global satellite and IP services? OneWeb Technologies dba EACOWT is looking for a Network Operations Technician to provide Tier 1 support for a cutting-edge, multi-platform network. Based onsite at Ellington Field, Joint Reserve Military Base in Houston, Texas, this role plays a key part in delivering seamless network operations for our diverse, worldwide clientele.

You’ll tackle everything from satellite performance monitoring to troubleshooting customer issues and coordinating system upgrades. As a member of our team, you’ll be essential in keeping services running smoothly across satellite, terrestrial, and Wi-Fi infrastructures.

This position is ON-SITE, requires US Citizenship (and ability to obtain a clearance), as well as a willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. If you're ready for a challenging, hands-on opportunity, we want to hear from you!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

·        Resolve customer issues related to end-user terminals, support complex system installations and startup at customer sites.

·        Coordinate resources to resolve complex network and provisioning issues impacting external and internal customers

·        Monitor satellite transponder configurations and performance, in real-time, and report conditions and irregularities to the team lead.

·        Open and track trouble tickets to resolve network and/or remote terminal issues maintaining timely and accurate records.

·        Troubleshoot and resolve end-user hardware and software issues in a timely and accurate manner; providing end user training as required.

·        Perform basic IP Networking tasks, including installation, and troubleshooting of layer 2 and 3 devices.

·        Coordinate staging, migrations, and upgrades of the system. Maintain awareness of service changes with vendors and other stakeholders.

·        Perform limited integration and initial configuration of new user terminals and products prior to shipment.

·        Identify performance issues and recommend/implement corrections. Identify alarm correlations and appropriate response actions.

·        Ability and willingness to work in a scheduled 24x7 environment including nights,

 weekends, and holidays.

·        Minimal travel is projected for this position for on-site maintenance – less than 5% domestic. 

EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE

·        Current A+, Net+, SEC+ desired.

EXPERIENCE

·        Understanding of IP and RF troubleshooting procedures.

·        Solid background of Cisco IOS and networking (TCP/IP, IPSEC, Routing and Firewalls), WAN, LAN and LTE technologies is preferred.

TALENTS

·        Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

·        Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

·        Must be self-motivated, dynamic, creative team player.

·        Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·        Ability to prioritize tasks and to seek assistance when appropriate.

·        Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

·        Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

BENEFITS

EACOWT's benefit package includes Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (covered at 85% across all plans and tiers!), H.S.A. with employer contributions up to $160 per month for employee only coverage and $320 per month for Family coverage, 401k with company match up to 4%, 100% company paid Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and Life Insurance, 16 days of PTO annually, variable annual bonuses and more!

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 lbs and transport it 10 meters unaided.

EACOWT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.