<p>Job#: 3025837</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>This job is 100% onsite in the office - 5 days a week.</p> <p>Targeted Years of Experience: 5-7 years</p> <p>JOB DUTIES:</p> <p>Contractor will be responsible for building and provisioning of Nokia routers in a complex network and integrating them into the network remotely. Building files for integration of the routers so they can be reached remotely and working with field engineers to bring equipment online in the Verizon Network. Advanced operation of switching, data communications, and peripheral equipment associated with the Mobile Switching Center (MSC). Transport testing of fiber will be required to ensure that fiber is working within specifications. Will work with multiple stakeholders to complete projects efficiently, update trackers, and complete necessary milestones for projects. Contractor will need to be able to work in a complex environment with very little supervision to complete projects.</p> <p>MUST HAVE SKILLS: TCP/IP skills, Nokia router provisioning experience, telecom switch experience, basic computer skills</p> <p>DESIRED SKILLS:</p> <p>Previous Wireless switch experience.</p> <p>Cisco and Ciena router and Ericsson AMOS configuration experience.</p> <p>EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:</p> <p>A technical degree in Electronics, Electronics Engineering, or Telecommunications is desired</p> <p>Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.</p> <p>Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.</p> <p>Employee Type:</p> <p>Contract</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Hickory Hills, IL, US</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Engineering and Technicians</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>March 13, 2026</p> <p>Pay Range:</p> <p>$55 - $60 per hour</p> <p>Similar Jobs</p> <ul> <li>Engineer-RF - III </li><li>Engineer-RF - III </li><li>Professional - Engineer III </li><li>Telecommunications Engineer - III </li><li>Telecommunications Engineer - III </li></ul>