Network Activation Technician I at Cox Communications, Inc. in NORFOLK, Virginia

Job Description:

*Primary Location: *4585 Village Ave, Norfolk, VA, USA
*Division: *Cox Communications Inc
*Job Level: *Individual Contributor
*Travel: *No
*Schedule: *Full-time
*Shift: *Day Job
*Requisition Number: *207646
*Purpose*
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*The Network Activation Technician I* is responsible to work within the NT2.0 construction execution team to validate design viability, manage cutover processes, and Proof of Performance reporting. SME called upon to assist with difficult technical issues presented to Construction and Maintenance teams. Assists in critical construction projects that result in improved network quality and productivity performance. Serves as technical SME for planned significant network construction events and cutovers. Develops, reviews, and implements cutover sheet for each node migration. Manages and maintains construction power supply design. Assists leaders in directing work force.


*Major Tasks *
Responsible for development and oversight of NT 2.0 Cutover and Activation processes as well as planned significant construction events.
Schedules and monitors Proof of Performance testing for NT 2.0 activations including node certifications.
Responsible for compiling and reporting Proof of Performance testing as it relates to NT 2.0 Construction contractor projects.
Manages and maintains construction power supply design and implementation processes.
Provides key technical data and reports that assists leaders in directing work force.
Becomes SME on new technologies to assist in ensuring department knowledge current.
Assists in troubleshooting complex issues related to N+0 network and design.
Coordinates / leads projects as directed.
Partners with adjoining organizations (MTC/Field/DOCSIS) to ensure trouble resolution processes are effective and serve NPS.
Analyzes varied statistical data for trending the performance of the N+0 network per N+0 architecture.
Coordinates directly with OSPM, OSPC and Market Engineers on Regional N+0 Performance.
Proactively identifies ways to improve processes and procedures; makes recommendations to management.

*Key Skills*
Knowledge of N+0 and HFC networks including RF/Optical infrastructure
Knowledge of current fiber technologies as deployed by Cox
Expert level knowledge of work tools and test equipment: TnC Diagnostics, signal level meters, signal leakage, GNIS, N+0 Status Monitoring, Reverse path monitoring, RFI Meter, Spectrum Analyzer, TDR/ OTDR
Working knowledge of office tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, VISIO, Adobe, MS Office, Sharepoint, Data Base Reporting (OBIEE)

Qualifications: *Required*
3+ years of experience in related field (i.e. Construction, Engineering, Network or Field Technical Operations) or academic equivalent training or projects.
Demonstrated problem solving and analytical thinking skills.
Excellent collaborative skills to work effectively with teams throughout the organization.


*Preferred *
BS/BA degree in related discipline strongly preferred
Certifications: NRS II, CCNA, JNCIA, NESC , NEC
Experience in telecommunications industry desired
Experience in telecommunications infrastructure construction
Participation in SCTE and related certifications.
Project management experience
Data analysis recommendation

Who We Are
*About Cox Communications*
Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, we proudly serve six million homes and businesses across 18 states. We're dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique.

*About Cox *
We are the Cox family of businesses. We ve been making our mark since 1898 by building and evolving world-class businesses, staying true to our values, and encouraging top talent to always look for growth and impact while building a career with us. Our primary divisions Cox Communications and Cox Automotive are driving a new wave of innovation, powering smart cities with powerhouse broadband communications and pioneering greener, more progressive transportation alternatives for individuals and fleet operators. We re also expanding into new spaces like cleantech and healthcare to rev up our momentum toward building a better future for the next generation. We re looking for the talent today who will be our leaders tomorrow. Sound intriguing? Learn more about where we are today, where we hope you ll be going with us, and the common purpose that unites us at coxenterprises.com.
Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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