Configuration Technician - L3 - 2nd shift - NAIC2

Configuration Technician -- 2nd Shift -- NAIC2 -- L3

Why WWT?

At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.

WWT was founded in 1990 in St. Louis, Missouri. We employ more than 10,000 people globally and closed nearly $20 billion in revenue in 2023. We have an inclusive culture and believe our core values are the key to company and employee success. WWT is proud to have been included on the FORTUNE "100 Best Places to Work For " list 13 years in a row!

Want to work with highly motivated individuals on high-performance teams? Join WWT today!

Why should you join the Integration Technology Center team?

WWT's Integration Technology Center teams work in a climate-controlled production environment with advanced networking, secure remote access, and certified procedures specifically designed for staging, kitting and configuring the latest advanced technology solutions. The team consists of certified engineers with logistical and technical expertise to help reduce the risk, cost and complexity of IT deployments.

A Brief Overview
The Configuration Technician I role performs production level logical configurations and testing. This position follows detailed work instructions provided by Engineering team to accomplish tasks. This position also works cross-functionally with other teams within the Supply Chain organization. The Configuration Technician I role reports directly to the Production Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

• Configuration & testing of multiple vendor networking, wireless, telecom and collaboration devices.
• Configuration & testing of core network storage and server technologies or general telecommunication products based on program needs
• Implement knowledge and strong understanding of how the operations of the department impact other diverse work units.
• Applies technical knowledge of product to ensure proper functionality and operation
• Assist in the optimization of work instructions and further documentation
• Assist in basic level troubleshooting process for defective devices, logical issues, or systematic errors on a wide range of technologies to ensure product is functional
• Logical work to load OS (Operating system), loading license, and update firmware per customer requirements
• Configure, upgrade, and test networking and telecom equipment (routers, switches, servers, wireless, voice, video, radio access network items based on program needs)
• Use established tools to communicate task status on a continuous basis
• Capture QC records and perform QC checks to validate logical configuration requirements
• Complete physical audit of equipment and accessories
• Understanding of installation and configuration instructions with various platforms of hardware and ensures accurate information capture
• Provide input for the continual improvement of customer production solutions

Education Qualifications
Associate's Degree Information Technology preferred

Work Experience
A minimum of 2 years' progressive experience in a related field required

Other Work Experience
1-2 years of hands-on experience with router/switch, wireless, voice, security, and SAN solutions

Travel Requirements
None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Resolves issues by diagnosing problems, determining possible resolutions and implementing effective solutions.
• Demonstrates the discipline of planning, organizing and managing resources and activities to achieve specified outcomes within a clearly defined timeframe and standards.
• Identifies documentation needs and develops technical reference documentation in accordance with standards and styles.
• Communicates with clarity and precision, presenting complex information in a concise format that is audience appropriate.
  Serves in a player coach role by managing, reviewing and conducting the day-to-day work in a specific technical domain area; applies domain knowledge to develop solutions to problems.
• Leverages technical knowledge of products to meet customer needs and understands market segments as well as market data trends.
• Demonstrates a concern for accuracy and thoroughness so that sufficiently detailed information is logged correctly.
• Ability to take instruction and independently execute on the directives.
• Ability to read engineering drawings (network designs documents, rack elevations)
• Knowledge of different testing hardware and software platforms
• Knowledge of a broad range of network infrastructure cable types and best practices.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities and the ability to prioritize in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• This role includes assignment of work for specific WWT customers. Some customers have specific on-boarding requirements, including background check and drug testing requirements that go beyond WWT s requirements. Ability to meet these requirements may be necessary for continued employment, depending on needs of the department.
  
  Licenses and Certifications
  CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Technician preferred
  
  Physical Demands
• Sitting: Frequently
• Standing: Constantly
• Walking: Frequently
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching: Frequently
• Reaching 30 to 72 : Constantly
• Eye/hand coordination: Constantly
• Lifting (up to 50lbs): Frequently
• Lifting Overhead: Occasionally
• Carrying: Frequently
• Twisting/Turning: Frequently
• Fine Motor Coordination (keying, labeling): Occasionally
• Fine Motor Coordination (pinch, tool use, stripping wire): Frequently
• Fine Motor Coordination (pick & place small parts): Constantly
• Gripping/Grasping: Frequently
• Climb (more than 2 steps): Occasionally

Working Environment

• Work near moving machinery: Constant
• Fumes or airborne particles: Frequent
• Toxic or caustic chemicals: Frequent
• Risk of electrical shock: Frequent
• Extremes: heat (non-weather): Occasional

Is this role an individual contributor or does it have direct reports?
Individual Contributor

Level of Autonomy
Work is accomplished with moderate supervision. Follows established and detailed directions. Work is reviewed for accuracy and overall adequacy.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are more than a commitment at WWT -- it is the foundation of what we do. Through diverse networks and pipelines, we have a clear vision: to create a Great Place to Work for All. We believe inclusion includes U. Be who U are at WWT!

Some WWT customers have a COVID-19 vaccine requirement. In order to work on projects for these customers, employees must be fully vaccinated or have an appropriate religious or medical accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Individuals with disabilities

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Heath, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO & Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

Some WWT customers have a COVID-19 vaccine requirement. In order to work on projects for these customers, employees must be fully vaccinated or have an appropriate religious or medical accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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