Network Technician

Network Technician

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Network Technician to work in our Computer Engineering department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex with every Friday off.

Responsibilities Include:

You will install, maintain, modify, test, and repair computer systems and information networks. Prepare project time and cost estimates, design, test, modify, document, and maintain complex network-based systems. Ensure system security is maintained.

Responsibilities Include:

Design and build, operate and maintain networks.

Coordinate, oversee, and help deploy new hardware, software, circuits, and fiber paths.

Perform testing using specialized optical testing tools and monitoring software’s before start-up, during, and post deployments to ensure the highest quality of work is performed and addresses any issues and concerns that arise in the deployment.

Monitor the network using monitoring software’s to ensure that the network is always in a healthy and available state.

Provide expertise in equipment failures to determine the cause and recommend corrective actions.

Use test, measurement, and diagnostic skills/equipment to determine the cause of malfunctions and category of maintenance required.

Restore services promptly to minimize downtime and influence on the users.

Help with the creating and establishment of work standards, methods, and control for preventative and unscheduled maintenance actions.

Provide technical expertise in the closer of work orders and tickets.

Other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from high school or equivalent and 2-4 years of experience.

Operate standard office equipment and other technical equipment.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred

Experience with LAN/WAN networks

Knowledge of database administration.

Knowledge of internet security and data privacy principles

Job Information:

Salary Grade: TS0200 - 160 – ($50,796 - $81,252)/TS0300- 170 – ($57,108 - $91,440)

You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match

Paid time off (personal leave)

Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)

Comprehensive Relocation Package

Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see

Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third-party vendors unsolicited.

Schedule: Full-time

Shift:

Travel: