Installation & Maintenance Technician at Verizon
Pittsfield, MA
About the Job
When you join Verizon
You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely even if theyre daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life.
What youll be doing
Installing, splicing, testing, repairing and maintaining the technology that keeps millions of customers connected. Be part of a team that makes a profound impact every single day by ensuring that our fiber-optic network performs reliably. Because here, better matters.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Connecting, disconnecting, testing, repairing, maintaining, installing and rearranging Company and customer-provided equipment, inside wiring, and wires at poles, underground or building terminals.
Making necessary preparations required for splicing, rearranging and terminating cable conductors.
Installing, repairing, maintaining, and testing access lines for all types of equipment and technology.
Operating trucks and equipment needed to perform work operations in a safe manner.
Reading and interpreting engineering plans and vendor specifications.
Climbing ladders and poles, working aloft, perceiving differences in wire and cable colors, and distinguishing audio tones.
Working evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needs of the business.
What were looking for
You know telecommunications and are anxious to put your knowledge and skills to work on Verizons network. You like to be busy and well-organized to stay on top of things. You know that the whole team needs to work together to winand you take pride in a job well done.
Youll need to have:
Valid state drivers license with a satisfactory driving record.
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
Related Associate Degree or 2 or more years relevant experience.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every even better qualification listed above.
Test(s) Required
Field Operations Assessment, Verizon Job Fit Test BWhere youll be working
In this worksite-based role, you'll work onsite at a defined location(s).Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Equal Employment Opportunity
Were proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.
