Michigan Broadband Services · 2 days ago
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
Carney, Michigan, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expMichigan Broadband Services (MBS) operates in both the Upper Peninsula and Northern Michigan, and they are seeking a Network Administrator. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining the ISP and corporate network infrastructure, ensuring stability, security, and performance of network services, while troubleshooting issues and leading optimization projects.
InternetUnified CommunicationsVoIP
Responsibilities
Design & Deployment: Participates in design, installation, and operation of all voice, video, data, core and FTTH network and server infrastructure within the service provider network
Network Monitoring: Continuously monitor network performance and resolve issues to maintain optimal performance, network capacity, and uptime
Research, evaluate, and recommend telecommunication equipment/appliances to support growth and enhance existing systems processes, and the development of new products and services for MBS and its subscribers
Monitor network link capacity and forecast areas for future expansion
Network Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot broadband systems to include routing/switching equipment, transport equipment, DHCP, DNS & DDOS servers and IP voice switching equipment
Security Management: Implement and uphold network security measures in collaboration with IT Management, including firewalls and VPNs, to protect network integrity
Collaboration: Work with the IT team and contracted resources to the develop and execute network improvements and optimization initiatives
Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of network configurations, changes, and standard procedures
Performance Testing: Conduct network performance tests and participate in capacity planning to ensure scalability, including software upgrades, while considering and mitigating customer impact
Technology Updates: Stay abreast of the latest networking technologies and industry trends to inform strategic decisions and to provide leading edge products and services to MBS’s customers
On-Call Support: Participate in the on-call rotation and escalations for after-hours network support, including outages
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in network engineering related field, or equivalent work experience
Proficiency in network routing and switching operation, including VLAN, Trunking, routing protocols is required
Proven understanding of TCP/IPv4 and IPv6, network hardware, network design/troubleshooting
Effective verbal and written communications for a diverse range of audiences and settings
Experience with virtualization, Linux, and Windows operating systems
Preferred
Preference given for a minimum of two (2) years' experience in the telecommunications industry
Experience with operating, provisioning, and maintaining PON, DSL, Active Ethernet access networks preferred
Experience with Juniper routing and switching, SONET, and DWDM Core and Transport networks preferred
Experience with Metaswitch, Ribbon, SIP, and other voice technologies and platforms preferred
Benefits
Competitive wage
Health, dental and life insurance
401k with employer match
PTO and holiday pay
Company
Michigan Broadband Services
Michigan Broadband Services offers VoIP, internet and communication hosting programs and services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-09-04
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