Company:

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. Cogent provides a Competitive Base, Bonuses, Stock Options, and Benefits including a matching RRSP Group Plan.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all Network Field activity on the Cogent Network within your assigned area.
• Installation and troubleshooting of Network Elements within the Cogent Network (Data centers, POPs, Hubs).
• Turn-up and testing of new customer circuits within carrier neutral datacenters, multitenant office buildings, and Cogent owned facilities.
• Create and maintain Network and Customer documentation for your area.
• Management of local contractors and vendors for installations and repairs within office buildings
• Independent and self-starter.
• Provide expertise in Long Haul deployments and troubleshooting.
• Maintain proficiency within the telecommunications infrastructure, fiber, CWDM and DWDM technologies.
• Work with AC and DC power systems.

Qualifications:

• Travel 30%, 5+ years of experience on telecommunication networks.
• 1+ years of field experience in DWDM and / or IP networks
• Experience in the use of telecommunications test equipment: optical power meters (OPM – OLS), OTDR, OSA, Ethernet / IP testers; interpretation of test results
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• High-energy individual with interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate peers, and drive project to completion.
• Project Management experience.
• Experience with Datacenter Operations (Diesel Generator, UPS, HVAC).
• Experience maintaining a fiber network.

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Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.