Network Technician 2
Armstrong Group (a family-owned cable/broadband utility) seeks an onsite Network Technician 2 in Butler, PA to deploy and maintain broadband infrastructure: assembling and activating CMTS and Adtran GPON systems, troubleshooting complex issues with advanced debug tools (DWDM, MPLS, DOCSIS/RF), and improving network architecture, with rotating after-hours on-call and light travel.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Butler, Butler County
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Network engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 5+ years of operational and/or similar technical industry experience
- Associate's Degree and/or equivalent technical education
- Proficient in DWDM transport, CMTS, GPON platforms, MPLS, and Routing
- Solid application of IP and RF networking principles (DOCSIS, OFDM, OFDMA, Mid/High Split)
- Highly analytical with proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues swiftly
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated; able to work independently and collaboratively
- Highly organized with high attention to detail
Nice to have
- NCTI: Understanding Reverse Networks
- SCTE: DOCSIS Fundamentals
- GPON Fundamentals training (on-the-job/vendor)
- CCNA
Full description
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and analytical Network Technician 2 to join our operations team. In this role, you will implement, assemble, and activate full CMTS systems and multi-vendor GPON platforms. You will utilize advanced debugging tools to diagnose complex issues, collaborate directly with vendor engineers and TAC leaders to resolve performance bottlenecks, and develop tools to improve architecture and network design.
Position Responsibilities:
- Network Deployment & Upgrades: Implement, assemble, and activate full CMTS systems and Adtran multi-vendor GPON systems, executing planned designs, system upgrades, and maintenance work.
- Troubleshooting & Debugging: Run advanced debug and access tools to diagnose complex issues, resolving performance bottlenecks and software bugs efficiently.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with vendor engineers and TAC leaders to accelerate escalations, and articulate complex technical problems clearly to management, internal departments, and commercial customers.
- Analysis & Architecture: Develop analysis methods and tools to determine network augments and design architecture improvements.
- Operational Support: Maintain network availability through a flexible schedule, including a rotating weekly on-call schedule for after-hours high-level support; light travel.
Position Requirements:
- Experience: 5+ years of operational and/or similar technical industry experience.
- Education: Associate's Degree and/or equivalent technical education.
- Technical Competencies:
- Proficient in DWDM transport, CMTS, GPON Platforms, MPLS, and Routing.
- Solid application of IP and RF networking principles (including DOCSIS, OFDM, OFDMA, and Mid/High Split concepts).
- Highly analytical with proven capability to troubleshoot technical issues swiftly.
- Professional Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Highly organized with high attention to detail.
- Preferred Certifications & Training:
- NCTI: Understanding Reverse Networks
- SCTE: DOCSIS Fundamentals
- On-the-Job/Vendor Training: GPON Fundamentals, CCNA
Who We Are
The Armstrong Group is a family owned and operated collection of diverse companies. What began in 1946 as Armstrong County Line Construction, founded by Jud L. Sedwick in Kittanning, PA, has now grown into an organization that encompasses multiple industries and employs over 2,400 individuals nationwide. Our brands include Armstrong Utilities, Guardian Protection, Armstrong Development, 4Front Solutions, Twin Pops, and Armstrong Comfort Solutions.