University of Utah

A sound working knowledge of ROADM, DWDM, SONET, Cisco router/switch configuration and support is essential.. May be involved with the commissioning/test & turn up of new equipment, including, but not limited to DWDM Mux Equipment, Cisco routers and switches, proper placement of copper and fiber as well as their termination.. May install and maintains DS-1, DS3, OC-3, Gigabit Ethernet, short haul/wireless and fiber optic transport systems.. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.. Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)

transport engineer

Installs, maintains and repairs physical transport and/or wide area network equipment. Analyzes existing networks and equipment and identifies opportunities for improvement. Identifies, analyzes, and repairs product failures, orders and replaces parts as needed. Determines and recommends which products or services best fit the customers’ needs. Develops solutions that meet business requirements. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.

UEN Specific Summary: Responsible for statewide provisioning and troubleshooting and repair of existing transport equipment for the Utah Education Network (UEN). A sound working knowledge of ROADM, DWDM, SONET, Cisco router/switch configuration and support is essential. Familiarity with large heterogeneous wide area networks and a demonstrated knowledge of networking circuits to include; gigabit Ethernet, metro Ethernet, OC-3, DS-3 and DS-1, plus experience with TCP/IP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and supporting network applications, is required.


Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be responsible for statewide provisioning and troubleshooting and repair of existing transport equipment.
May be involved with the commissioning/test & turn up of new equipment, including, but not limited to DWDM Mux Equipment, Cisco routers and switches, proper placement of copper and fiber as well as their termination.
May install and maintains DS-1, DS3, OC-3, Gigabit Ethernet, short haul/wireless and fiber optic transport systems.
May require work that can be strenuous to include communication site improvements, including building cabling and equipment installation.
May require statewide travel and evening and weekend work as necessary.
May supervise the work of others.


Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Qualification may vary depending on department utilizing position.


Preferences
Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); plus 4-6 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Qualification may vary depending on department utilizing position.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.


Type
Benefited Staff


Special Instructions Summary


Additional Information
About UETN: UETN is a business unit of the University of Utah responsible for the state’s education and telehealth IT infrastructure and associated services including KUEN public television.

About the University of Utah: Located in Salt Lake City, the U is the flagship institution of the State of Utah’s system of higher education, home to arts and museum venues and a member of the Pac-12 Conference. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short distance from campus, and opportunities to pursue activities from biking to hiking to fishing abound. Salt Lake City is home to the Utah Symphony and Opera, Ballet West, professional sports teams, and a wide range of other cultural and recreational activities.

University of Utah Benefits
Health, dental, and wellness coverage
Automatic and immediately vested 14.2% employer contribution to personal retirement account (401a)
Free public transportation pass (Utah Transit Authority)
Paid leave time
Reduced tuition benefits for employee and family members
More information: https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

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Posting Specific Questions
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* How did you hear about this position?
University of Utah Web Page
Internet: search engine, online job board, etc
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
List of References
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission


Open Date
03/19/2024


Requisition Number
PRN38010B


Job Title
Transport Engineer


Working Title
Transport Engineer


Job Grade
F


FLSA Code
Computer Employee


Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No


Standard Hours per Week
40


Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time


Shift
Day


Work Schedule Summary
varied


VP Area
President


Department
00336 - KUEN/Utah Education Network


Location
Campus


City
Salt Lake City, UT


Type of Recruitment
External Posting


Pay Rate Range
$47,600 to $90,400


Close Date


Open Until Filled
Yes

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