Job Description:

Allstates Consulting Services is looking for a Network Technician to work with our partner in New York, NY who has experience with the following:Racking and stacking of network devicesCable patchingPhysical layer troubleshootingInstalling and troubleshooting Cisco and Avaya IP phonesPosition Details:Hourly position based upon experience & skill levelLong term contract with possible contract extension or hireStandard work hours: Friday to Monday 8pm to 7amLocation: Customer Site located in New York, NY 10036Responsibilities:The patching cabling between network equipment and customer's networkThe installation of power cables from equipment to power supply in rackcabinetclosetThe installation, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipmentInstallswap out devices (e.g., phone, computers, cables, boards, edge routers, switches and etc.)Install, troubleshoot, and de-install Network General remote SniffersComplete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levelsProvide hardware break-fix services for network infrastructurePerform onsite call-through, data, voice, website and security testingPerform back-up testing to ensure all systems are connected to the customer's network as directedSupport carrier testing of circuitsPower and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoralRequirements:Must be proficient in utilizing technical tools such as Sniffers, BERT testers, cable testers, and fiber testers.Requires experience in working in communications closetsMust be able to perform rack and stack activitiesMust be able to safely lift heavy objectsMust understand cable patching processes and proceduresMust be familiar with 66 Block and 110 Block cross connect proceduresMust have a basic knowledge of data communications networking.Must be familiar with IP phoneMust be able to program Cisco phonesMust be able to install Avaya phonesMust be able to troubleshoot Avaya and Cisco phonesExperience and Education:3-5 years of experience in data communicationsMust have a basic knowledge of Cisco Phones, switches and routersMust have a basic knowledge of local and wide area networking.High school diploma or equivalent requiredPreferredRelevant experience working in a data center environmentPre-made Fiber install and testingExperience with fluke testersBenefits (employee contribution): Health insurance Health savings account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Life insurance Retirement plan All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.