Network Specialist II

Description

Who we are

NTH Consultants, Ltd. (NTH) has been providing professional engineering consulting services to the energy, community development, industry, transportation, and water markets since 1968. From a small, Detroit-based, geotechnical engineering firm, our company has grown into to a nationally recognized, full service infrastructure and environmental consulting firm, providing a wide range of services in civil design, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, and facilities engineering. Those who join our team will see first-hand the impact they have on the environment, public infrastructure, renewable energy, and community development efforts through exciting, high-profile, and challenging projects. Every day, our staff solves problems and overcomes challenges that make an immediate difference to our clients and the people they serve.

A day in the life of a Network Specialist II at NTH

• Manage and implement IT protocols.
• Oversee network address assignments.
• Coordinate service calls to vendors.
• Keep licenses up to date and paid.
• IT inventory.
• Provide product user support.
• Proper disposal of equipment.
• IT purchases when needed such as hardware and software.
• Evaluate and recommend additional software/hardware purchases as needed.
• Install, monitor, evaluate, update and back up all software/hardware.
• Maintain switches.
• Maintain and optimize network and file servers.
• Monitor and test network for weakness.
• Troubleshoot and repair PCs, printers, servers, and network.
• Troubleshoot hardware/software, and installing patches from bulletin boards to servers via intranet.
• Support WAN and external communications.
• Recommend and implement system updates.
• Install and implement security programs.
• Recommend additional software/hardware purchases as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or related discipline. Associates degree and relevant experience may be considered. MCSE preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a desktop / server support role configuring and troubleshooting Windows operating systems.
• Proficient with hardware and software installation and troubleshooting.
• Understanding TCP/IP, network cabling and switches mandatory.
• Understanding of ODBC connections, a plus.
• Knowledge of routers and developing Intranet Web pages a plus.
• BST accounting software and some experience with SQL server (installation and running queries).
• CAD support experience a plus.
• Knowledge of SharePoint (SharePoint Designer, InfoPath, HTML CSS, security permissions, etc.) a plus.
• Knowledge of security issues - able to assist in the absence of the info security staff.
• Experience utilizing:
• Novell Netware 6.x, Windows 2008 and 2012 Servers
• Checkpoint Firewall
• Appassure server backup and recovery software
• Windows System Center and Hyper V virtualization
• Barracuda Web Filter
• Microsoft Exchange (2010 and above)
• Eset Antivirus
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills, be able to work in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrated team-oriented approach to problem-solving, and have strong interpersonal skills.
• Service focused - willing to troubleshoot and assist staff with IT related issues.
• Exceptional time management skills, ability to manage multiple assignments at any given time, and have ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to prepare detailed written instructions and documentation.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance and be willing to travel to other NTH office locations.
• Lift and maneuver computer equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.

What you will enjoy (the perks!)

• Become an employee owner with us: company contributions to a qualified retirement plan through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• We believe in work life balance: Flexible and hybrid work schedules available.
• Generous PTO package and paid holidays.
• Participation in our total rewards program with competitive salaries, and low-cost health plans.
• Cafeteria plan options for health, dental, vision plans, and a 401K plan with a company match.
• Company paid employee assistance program for employees & families.
• Paid parental leave.
• Give back to the community through various volunteer events and fundraisers.
• Tuition reimbursement for our life-long learners.
• Professional development opportunities & paid professional memberships.

Why choose us?

In 2024, NTH was named a National & Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Company.

As an employee-owned firm, we take our work seriously, but we know how to have fun. We promote a relaxed company culture that focuses on improving not only our staff members' professional life, but also their personal life. We regularly schedule company activities which support employee ownership, such as golf outings, off-site company holiday party, food trucks, book clubs, ESOP month Oktoberfest celebrations, and many more team building events. We also offer a robust engagement program that focuses on all aspects of wellness. Opportunities include regular challenges, educational presentations and health initiatives, impromptu activities such as group lunch walks, healthy snack days, after work bike outings, and more.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work full-time in the U.S.A. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

AAP / EEO Statement

NTH Consultants, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

NTH Consultants, Ltd. participates in E-Verify.