Outside Plant Technician

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

Job summary

Join Verizon in a hands-on role ensuring the efficiency of outside plant facilities. As part of the team, you will be involved in the construction and maintenance of Verizon's infrastructure, collaborating closely with colleagues to provide reliable service. Ideal candidates possess knowledge of outside plant operations and have a valid driver's license. With a focus on teamwork, this position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to work on America's fastest and most reliable network.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Valid state driver's license with satisfactory record.
• CDL or ability to obtain one required.
• 2 or more years of relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Place, rearrange, and remove outside plant, including various cable types.
• Connect wires and cables to terminals and hardware.
• Perform construction work using designated equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of outside plant and construction

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate Degree in a related field

Tools

Construction equipment

Motor vehicles

Job description

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 one.

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

• A related Associate Degree or 2 or more years of relevant work experience.

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 workingIn this worksite-based role, you'll work onsite at a defined location(s).Scheduled Weekly Hours40Equal 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.