Outside Plant Technician

Verizon; Saugus (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking an Outside Plant Technician in Saugus. In this entry-level role, you will ensure the optimal condition of outside plant facilities, handling various tasks from cable placement to reading engineering orders. The job requires a valid driver's license and knowledge of outside plant operations, presenting an exciting opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• CDL or ability to obtain a CDL.

Responsibilities

• Placing, rearranging, and removing outside plant cables and hardware.
• Reading and interpreting engineering work orders.
• Performing construction work using designated equipment.

Skills

Organization

Teamwork

Knowledge of outside plant

Education

Associate Degree or relevant work experience

Job description

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When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re 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 #VTeamLife.

What You’ll Be Doing…

You’ll make sure our outside plant facilities are in tip-top condition! Your know-how and commitment to excellence will ensure that Verizon’s outside facilities operate at maximum efficiency and preparedness.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Placing, rearranging and removing outside plant, including aerial, underground, submarine, buried, block and house cables, poles, and associated hardware/fixtures.
• Connecting wires and cables to terminals and attaching/detaching various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, building or poles.
• Reading and interpreting engineering work orders.
• Performing construction work using designated equipment (i.e. digging holes, placing poles, etc.).
• Operating Company motor vehicles of varying gross weights to transport equipment.
• Climbing ladders and poles, working aloft, perceiving differences in wire and cable colors, and moving/lifting items generally not exceeding 100 lbs.
• Working evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needs of the business.
  
  

What We’re Looking For…

You know outside plant and construction and are anxious to put your knowledge and skills to work on America’s fastest and most reliable 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 win—and you take pride in a job well done.

You’ll Need To Have

• Valid state driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• CDL or the ability to obtain a CDL.
  
  

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• A related Associate Degree or 2 or more years of relevant work experience.
• Completed Verizon Technician Program or similar programs covering electrical or lineman training
  
  

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

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Where you’ll be working

In this worksite-based role, you'll work onsite at a defined location(s).

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits And Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) Savings Plan, stock incentive programs, paid time off, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

The weekly wage range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $754.00 - $2,063.50.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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