The Columbus Regional Airport Authority manages and operates passenger-focused John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), cargo-focused Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and general aviation airport Bolton Field (TZR).
We are a diverse group of committed and talented professionals who show up every day to take CRAA to new heights. Although our roles are as diverse as we are - from Custodial Services to Customer Service, from Accounting to Airport Police, from HVAC to Human Resources - we have one common goal: connect Ohio with the world.
Our organization is in constant motion, moving people and cargo 365 days a year. With our core values of Accountability, Innovation and Respect guiding us, we each do our part to contribute to our organization, the aviation industry, local businesses, and the economy. We create experiences for passengers, we create opportunities for businesses, and we create economic growth for Columbus.
Trust and respect are the foundation of our culture. We invite new ideas. We encourage innovation. We are inclusive and welcoming. We are empowered to enact positive change.
Your "Take Off" will be successful by doing the following with excellence:- Provide senior-level administration and oversight for the Authority's voice and data network infrastructures.
- Assist with the setup, configuration, and maintenance of LAN/WAN infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, controllers, wireless access points, and VoIP systems.
- Apply standard procedures for network upgrades, patching, and routine maintenance.
- Manage and troubleshoot enterprise wireless systems, including RF analysis, AP provisioning, and interference mitigation.
- Perform network capacity planning, benchmarking, and lifecycle forecasting.
- Install, terminate, and test copper and fiber cabling for data and voice networks in accordance with established standards.
- Oversee adherence to BICSI standards for horizontal cabling, backbone design, termination quality, and telecom room layout.
- Troubleshoot cabling issues and identify/repair faulty runs.
- Serve as technical lead for cabling installations, ensuring correct cable management, bend-radius compliance, separation standards, grounding, and pathway optimization.
- Partner with Cabling Architect and Planning/Engineering teams to design and implement cable pathway systems and structured cabling (horizontal, backbone, CAT6A, fiber).
- Performs related work as required.
- Salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $105,000.00. The offered salary is evaluated using internal equity, job knowledge, skills, experience, and other key factors.
Your "Landing" will be smooth if you meet the following requirements:- Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience working with large-scale Enterprise network deployments.
- Minimum three (3) years of experience surveying, designing and documenting network cabling infrastructure. Or equivalent education and years of experience.
- Ability to read blueprints, CAD, and/or Construction Specifications
- Current industry-recognized networking certification, such as Cisco CCNA or CCNP
- Current industry-recognized network cabling certifications such as BICSI- Installer 1, BICSI - Installer 2, Copper (INSTC), BICSI - Installer 2, Optical Fiber (INSTF)
- Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver's license, in good standings
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana (medical marijuana cards are not acceptable)
The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, and all other groups or classes protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Authority does not tolerate violence or drug use in the workplace.
