Broadband Network Administrator

Central Alabama Electric Cooperative

Job Location:

Prattville, AL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you the kind of person who sees a network issue and immediately wants to dig into the logs trace the route and figure out the real cause Do you enjoy solving complex technical challenges while working with a team that believes great service matters just as much as great technology If you build solutions rather than just fix problems youll fit right in with Central Alabama Electric Cooperative and our wholly owned fiber-to-the-premise broadband subsidiary Central Access Inc.

We are seeking a skilled service-minded Broadband Network Administrator to help power our continued growth. Since launching in 2019 we have earned a reputation as a world-class broadband provider with a Net Promoter Score of 83 and American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) score of 91-both unheard of in the broadband industry. This success comes from building the business around the same service-first cooperative model that has guided CAEC for decades.

What Were Looking For:

Were seeking a technically skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced growth-focused environment and possesses the following:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Management Information Systems or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Three to five years of network administration experience preferably in broadband telecommunications or ISP environments with strong working knowledge of enterprise IP networks routing switching firewalls and fiber technologies
Strong troubleshooting analytical and communication skills with the ability to collaborate and mentor others

Industry certifications such as Cisco CCNA Juniper Junos or Adtran GPON are a plus!

What Youll Do:

As our Broadband Network Administrator youll help ensure the reliability and performance of the Central Access network while supporting future growth:

Monitor maintain and optimize the Central Access network to ensure high performance security and reliability
Install configure and troubleshoot routers switches firewalls fiber transport systems and access equipment
Investigate alerts diagnose root causes and implement solutions to prevent service disruptions and maintain network stability
Provide advanced technical support and serve as a subject matter resource for Network and Field Technicians
Assist with network design capacity planning documentation and participate in on-call rotation and emergency restoration activities

Beyond the technology youll also share knowledge and mentor coworkers to strengthen the team and ensure everyone grows together.

Why Join Us

At CAEC we believe technology should strengthen communities. Our cooperative roots mean we approach broadband differently-focusing on reliability responsiveness and genuine care for those we serve. When you join our team youll enjoy competitive pay excellent benefits opportunities for growth and the chance to help operate one of the highest-rated broadband networks in the country.

Ready to help grow a world-class fiber network built on cooperative values View the Broadband Network Administrator Job Description and apply today.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should notify the Cooperatives Human Resources Department at .

Application Deadline is 03/27/2026

CAEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Are you the kind of person who sees a network issue and immediately wants to dig into the logs trace the route and figure out the real cause Do you enjoy solving complex technical challenges while working with a team that believes great service matters just as much as great technology If you build s...