
Network Engineer
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Job overview
GoNetspeed is seeking a network engineer to work across multiple projects in a fast-paced, team-centric environment. The role involves installing and maintaining network equipment, supporting fiber and copper networks, evaluating new technologies, and managing Windows- and Linux-based back-office systems. The engineer will also participate in an on-call rotation and assist with provisioning and technical support.
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Full job description
Here at GoNetspeed, we believe in the power of connectivity. We believe that life doesn’t wait for us to catch up. We believe that providing the fastest and most reliable Internet to the communities we serve means committing to the present and building for the future.
And we believe that our amazing team of employees are the key to our future and vision of connecting communities for today and for whatever comes next. If this excites you, come and join our team.
GoNetspeed is looking for a network engineer to join our team. This individual should enjoy working multiple projects in a fast paced, team centric environment.
Essential Functions:
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Responsible for the installation, layout, and maintenance of all network gear.
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Plan, design, analyze, and provide technical support for GoNetspeed's fiber and copper-based networks.
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Conduct research and evaluation of new network technology and recommend purchases of network equipment.
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Responsible for Windows and Linux based back-office systems.
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Participate in an on-call rotation with other engineers.
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Assist provisioning and technical support as needed
Required Skills:
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Successful candidates should possess in-depth working knowledge of Calix and Cisco network equipment
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Intermediate knowledge in routing (BGP, OSPF), switching, and PON related configurations
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Intermediate knowledge in fiber termination specifications
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Intermediate knowledge in Unix based scripting and systems management
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Excellent project management skills, written skills, and communications skills
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General understanding of PON networks
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General understanding of DSL networks
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Intermediate knowledge of outside plant equipment and terminology
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Intermediate knowledge of Carrier Grade NAT
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Intermediate knowledge of the building of facilities. Power, space, HVAC, cabling, etc.
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The ability to learn new technologies quickly.
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Ability to perform independent system analysis, design and plan implementation.
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Attention to detail a must.
Education:
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BS in Information Technology or equivalent education required.
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5+ years' experience building data networks with at least 2 years in systems engineering.
GoNetspeed is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender identity, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, or disability.
Thank you for choosing GoNetspeed as your potential next employer! We know you have other options when selecting an employer of choice and are so glad you chose to apply with us.
How this job compares
Set against the 4,081 open Network Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Maine median$114–193K/yr26 salary ranges
- US median$50–61/hr165 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 27 open Network Engineer jobs in Maine and 4,081 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Maine
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Network Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (3,527 postings).
- Education
- 1,204 of the 4,081 open Network Engineer jobs (30%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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