Network Operations Engineer

As the Network Operations Engineer, you will be a go-to person for our company as we build, monitor, and operate our brand-new fiber optic broadband network as well as maintaining our corporate network.  You will work on our Technical Services team and are responsible for end-to-end network systems functionality - from transport to headend/NOC operations, to OLT and ONT equipment – ensuring the delivery of quality broadband service.

About Us

LaGrange County REMC distributes electricity to over 7,000 members through a network of 600+ miles of power lines.   As a cooperative, our commitment to exemplary service is equal to our drive to provide affordable and reliable power to our members. With 80 years of success as our foundation, we are now expanding on our mission to serve our community by building a fiber optic broadband network to provide high-speed internet service.  We are looking for team members who share our core values of determination, teamwork, excellence, and innovation to complement this transformation of our business model.

As a team member in our Technical Services department, you will be responsible for monitoring, implementing, and maintaining our fiber optic broadband network.  You will serve as a key technical resource to the organization and provide technical support to internal and external customers.  You will be an individual who isn’t afraid to “get their hands dirty” by visiting and troubleshooting equipment in the field.  You are highly organized, skilled at managing multiple projects and can easily communicate technical information in understandable laymen’s terms.  You are a proactive problem solver who can think critically and deterministically during incidents and outages.

• Bachelor’s degree in telecommunication, networking, engineering, IT or related field
• Considerable experience in fiber optic network systems, IP transport and routing, network architecture, and cybersecurity.
• Practical knowledge of Juniper, Cisco, Calix and other vendors’ networking technologies, network standards and best practices, and network security and controls.
• Demonstrates expert knowledge to support typical ISP/Ethernet services.
• Advanced knowledge of IPv4 and IPv6 deployment and practical use.
• Advanced knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, etc.).
• Proficient in managing Windows and Linux Servers.
• Skilled at communicating clearly and calmly with frustrated users who are not technically adept.
• Knowledge of IP Telephony is a plus.

What’s in it for you!

• Salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account with company contribution.
• Immediate eligibility for paid time off.
• 10 paid holidays.
• National discounts.
• On-site fitness center.
• Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Fully funded pension.
• Traditional 401K and Roth 401K programs with a company match.