at Windstream Communications in Springfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Specialist III-Ntwk Plan Tech
Greenville, SC, USA ? United StatesReq #1392
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Windstream Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S.
+ As Kinetic, Windstream offers bundled services, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV to consumers through an enhanced fiber network.
+ Windstream Enterprise is a leading managed services provider providing strategic communications and security products to mid-size businesses and enterprise clients.
+ Windstream Wholesale provides high-capacity, high-performance networking solutions and services to other telecom carriers, data centers, content providers and enterprises.
The Windstream team provides innovative software and network solutions to connect people and empower business in a world of infinite possibilities!
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About the Role:
The Network Implementation Specialist will be responsible for tracking, scheduling and coordinating of all aspects of migration action; from a single circuit to multiple circuits, from equipment decommissioning, to site decommissioning. The Network Implementation Specialist will be the single point of contact throughout the entire grooming action. These actions will reduce the company’s cost of doing business.
What You’ll Do:
+ Demonstrate uncompromised integrity by acting and communicating openly, honestly and fairly in everything done, following the Kinetic Core Values & Beliefs as a guide
+ Proficiently coordinates the assigned migration actions
+ Coordinate with various groups inside and outside of our organization
+ Continuously monitor the progress of jobs, including tasks and proactively investigating any deviations
+ Manages escalation activities efficiently and effectively, while also assisting others as needed
+ Routinely participates in special projects related to supporting the team and improving processes
+ Keeps all appropriate personnel apprised of status of jobs, shifts in priorities, existing or perceived problems, and deviations from schedule
+ Identifies, suggests, and implements preventative/corrective actions to improve quality of the migration process
+ Troubleshoot issues within migration window to ensure migration success
+ Additional responsibilities (including special small projects) may be defined as needed
Do You Have?
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
+ Proven ability to multi-task utilizing time management and work prioritization skills
+ Basic-level technical competence in a Windows/MAC based environment
+ Strong computer experience (MS Office, Outlook, Company Software and Web Apps)
+ Intermediate working knowledge of Juniper/Cisco Router CLI
+ Intermediate working knowledge of Network services such as ATM, Ethernet, and VLANs
+ Intermediate working knowledge of IP routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF and static routing
+ Intermediate working knowledge of networking WAN/LAN topology
+ Intermediate working knowledge of troubleshooting network issues such as optics levels, VLAN tagging, IP routing, etc.
+ Flexibility to work varied shifts to provide support to your team on an as needed basis
+ Highly organized and strict attention to details
+ Self-disciplined; self-starter
+ Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
+ Ability to learn new processes quickly
+ Able to handle high stress in a professional manner
+ Participate in projects as assigned by management
+ Flexibility to work over-time
+ Excellent problem-solving abilities
+ Basic telecommunications technical knowledge
Even Better:
+ Clear and effective written and verbal communications skills
+ Well versed in optical Ethernet functionality
+ Accedian Metro Ethernet familiarity – Metronode/Metronid technologies
+ Experience with the following technologies
+ L2/L3 VPN
+ ELAN/ELINE
+ VPLS
+ GP
+ Experience working within MetaSolv
+ 4-6 years technical/telephony experience with 4+ years directly related to the job
+ Preferred Network Certifications (CCNA, JNCIA, Network+)
+ Project coordination skills
Minimum Requirements:
Associate’s degree in a technical discipline and 3-4 years of technical/telephone experience with 3+ years experience directly related to the job; or 6+ years of directly related telephony/network operations experience and/or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience required.
The compensation range for this position is from $42,900 – $54,700.
Physical Tasks – Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Pushing-Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasional: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lifting-Lowering >1-15lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | Repetitive Hand Action: Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: frequently: 34% – 66%
Audio Visual Needs – Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%|Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% | Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%
Equipment Used in Job Performance : Computer, Printer, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier
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Our Benefits:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
+ 401K Plan
+ Health & Flexible Savings Account
+ Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
+ Educational Assistance Plan
+ Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
+ https://windstreambenefits.com
Windstream CIB Statement:
Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. Windstream cultivates a workplace culture where innovation and belonging are the cornerstones of our success. We are dedicated to empowering every member of our team to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, fostering an environment where creativity and innovation flourish. Together, we strive to build a more welcoming and connected future, both within our organization and in the broader community we serve.
Our Employee Resource Groups:
+ WinVets – Veteran Employee Resource Group
+ WOW – Women Employee Resource Group
+ WINPRIDE – LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
+ WBPN – Black Professional Resource Group
+ WARG – Ability Resource Group
+ LaFamilia -Hispanic Resource Group
+ AAPI – Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Group
Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate’s primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving
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