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Aviation Network Engineer #2107-295500-01

Date Opened
Tuesday, July 13, 2021 12:20 PM
Close Date
Thursday, July 15, 2021 11:59 PM
Section
Aviation
Salary
  • $75,018 - $93,772
Employment Type
  • Full-Time

Overview

The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

Function

Information Technology/Systems

Summary

The Center for Digital Government named Charlotte one of the top five digital cities in the nation. The City of Charlotte's Innovation & Technology department (I&T) provides executive-level leadership, delivers technology services to city departments and partnership agencies, and coordinates information technology initiatives across the organization to support, enhance and advance citizen service delivery.

The Network Engineer position works at the direction of the Aviation Technology Infrastructure Manager in installing, configuring, monitoring, and the security of network equipment throughout multiple networks and network platforms at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Install network switches into various locations
Configure network switches & related ports
Configure wireless access points based at pre-determined locations for maximum coverage
Monitor network switches & related devices for availability to system users and/or equipment failures
Troubleshoots problems
Provide support for end-user network problems
Responds to TechHelp calls & communicates verbally with customers resolving issues
Updates work orders with clear resolution steps
Utilizes Visio & other diagraming software for documentation
Works with cabling technicians ensuring connectivity available & redundancy in place
Adheres to all established policies / processes / procedures
This position requires flexible hours, availability for all shifts and is subject to call back and work hour adjustments based on workload and customer needs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

PCI security standards for Networks
Wireless Mesh Networks
Windows / Linux server operating systems / commands
Spanning Tree Protocol
Virtual routing & forwarding
Open Systems Interconnection Model
Network Switching
Information Technology Service Management
Aerohive access points & related software
CityWorks work order management system
Policy Based Routing
Basic electric circuit concepts
Access Control Lists
Static Network Address Translation
Virtual Network Switching
Network virtualization & Fabric Technology
Installation & configuration of Extreme and CISCO switches
Use of Network Monitoring software such as Solarwinds
Establish & maintain effective working relationships with departmental staff / consultants / contractors / supervisors / department officials
Express ideas clearly / concisely / respectfully / orally & in writing in group settings
Work various shifts on sliding schedule & weekends as needed 
Use hand tools such as screw drivers & pliers

Preferred Qualification

Bachelor's degree with one year of relevant work experience
Extreme Certified Network Associate or CCNA certification 

Minimum Qualifications

Requires an Associate’s degree in Computer Science with three (3) years of relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties.

Salary

$75,018 - $93,772 Commensurate with Experience

Conditions of Employment

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

Apply online.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.

You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.

Anyone seeking an accommodation to apply for a job may call (704) 336-2285 for assistance or you may email questions to CityHrJobPostingsNotify@ci.charlotte.nc.us.

Benefits

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

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