Telecommunications Network Technician

Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Energy is seeking a Telecommunications Network Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber-optic and RF networks across diverse environments in North Carolina. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and customer service as you support essential communications for members and customers.

The position requires 3+ years of fiber experience, an associate degree in a related field, and the ability to work outdoors and at heights.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics, telecommunications, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of fiber optic installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of fiber splicing, testing, and network systems.
• Familiarity with GIS, CAD, or mapping tools is a plus.
• Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and at heights.
• Valid driver's license with clean record; Class B CDL a plus.
• Willingness to obtain North Carolina Notary Public commission.

Responsibilities

• Install, splice, terminate, and test fiber-optic and RF networks (OSP, ISP, commercial, residential).
• Diagnose and resolve network issues to maintain performance.
• Read blueprints and schematics for project execution.
• Document work for compliance and future planning.
• Manage materials and suggest system upgrades.
• Coordinate with contractors, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide customer service and technical training.
• Follow safety standards and industry best practices.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Troubleshooting

Testing fiber networks

Reading blueprints

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in electronics/telecommunications

Tools

GIS

CAD

Job description

Are you ready to build and maintain the networks that keep our communities connected?

At Blue Ridge Energy, we're looking for a skilled Telecommunications Network Technician to join our Communications Technology team. In this role, you'll be hands-on with cutting-edge fiber-optic and RF networks-installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the systems that power critical communications for our members and customers.

What You'll Do

You'll play a key role in keeping our network strong, reliable, and growing. Your day-to-day may include:

• Installing, splicing, terminating, and testing fiber-optic and RF networks (OSP, ISP, commercial, and residential)
• Diagnosing and resolving network issues to ensure optimal performance
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics for efficient project execution
• Documenting all work to support compliance and future planning
• Managing materials and recommending system upgrades
• Coordinating with contractors, utilities, and regulatory agencies
• Delivering excellent customer service, including technical support and training
• Following all safety standards and industry best practices

What You Bring

We're looking for someone who combines technical expertise with a strong commitment to safety and service:

• Associate degree in electronics, telecommunications, or related field (preferred)
  Relevant experience or training may substitute
• 3+ years of experience in fiber optic installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of fiber splicing, testing, and network systems
• Familiarity with GIS, CAD, or mapping tools (a plus)
• Ability to work in a variety of environments-indoors, outdoors, and at heights
• Valid driver's license with safe driving record
  Class B CDL or willingness to obtain is a plus
• Willingness to obtain a North Carolina Notary Public commission

What to Expect

• Schedule:Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  (Occasional evenings/weekends as needed)
• Work Environment:Hands-on, field-based work in varying conditions throughout our service area
• Impact:Your work directly supports reliable service for our members and community

Why Blue Ridge Energy?

At Blue Ridge Energy, we're more than a workplace-we're a cooperative committed to serving our communities. You'll be part of a team that values:

• Safety first
• Service excellence
• Continuous improvement
• Strong collaboration