INTERN - OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGY NETWORK ANALYST

Job Description

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Do you possess strong technical skills? Do you consider yourself proficient with troubleshooting computers? Do you enjoy helping others that are less skilled in IT?

Want to apply your IT skills to a technical department that specializes in utilities?

This may be the internship for you!

Gainesville Regional Utilities, Energy Delivery Department is seeking a qualified IT support intern to serve as our Operational Technology Network Analyst.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in these and other areas : configuration of computer systems and networking devices and / or experience in programming language(s);

experience providing solutions to hardware and software systems issues. have and perform excellent communication skills.

Networking Team

Responsibilities

• Experience with network cable management
• Perform troubleshooting to system failures and identify bottlenecks to ensure long term efficiency of network
• Inspect LAN infrastructure and fix minor problems / bugs
• Test and configure software and maintain and repair hardware and peripheral devices
• Evaluate network performance and find ways of improvement
• Do regular data backups to protect the organization’s information

Requirements

• Experience as network technician or relevant position
• Basic diagnostic, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication skills
• Basic knowledge of LAN / WAN networks, TCP / IP protocols and network technologies
• Basic experience with common software and hardware

Systems Team

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to identify, diagnose, and resolve problems with computer hardware and peripherals including workstations, servers and local area networking
• Experience installing and managing the Microsoft operating system on a server & workstations
• Have understanding of the technical concepts, architecture, systems, development methods, and disciplines associated with the defined program, and utilizes knowledge to accelerate project completion.
• Upgrading and repairing computer networks and deploying and updating software.
• Assist team to complete tasks in support of OT systems.
• Working on tickets and service requests to provide technical support to users, in partnership with Systems Engineers and Developers

Requirements

• Familiarity with application, desktop and / or server virtualization
• Excellent customer service skills to include positive attitude, strong communication and organizational skills
• Understanding of virtualization solutions (ex. VMWare)
• Understanding of network architectures - routing, switching, DNS, etc.
• Software installation and configuration experience
• Experience troubleshooting application and network issues
• Strong work ethic and time management skills

NOTES :

• A GPA of 3.0 or above is preferred
• Proof of ongoing education will be provided at job offer appointment
• Internship may extend beyond on semester
• may include sedentary work

May fill multiple positions

This posting will close on at midnight on November 11, 2021

Note :

May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

Not only do we offer traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD / TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process.

However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position.

Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

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