Telecom Field Technician - Install, Repair & Maintain

Verizon; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon in the United States is seeking a field operations technician to connect customers to America’s fastest network. You will be out in neighborhoods, installing, testing, repairing and maintaining the technology that keeps millions connected.

You must have a valid state driver’s license and be willing to work evenings and weekends. A related Associate Degree or 2+ years of relevant experience is preferred, and Verizon provides on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Technical knowledge of telecom systems is a plus.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Connect, disconnect, test, repair, and maintain equipment, inside wiring, and wires at poles or underground.
• Operate and maintain trucks and equipment needed for safe work operations.
• Install, repair, maintain, and test access lines for all types of equipment and technology.
• Dig holes, place poles, lay cable/conduit, and string wire/cable on poles.
• Read and interpret engineering plans and vendor specifications.
• Climb ladders and poles, work aloft, distinguish wire colors, and lift up to 100 lbs.
• Work evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate degree or 2+ years relevant work experience

Job description

Verizon in the United States is seeking a field operations technician to connect customers to America’s fastest network. You will be out in neighborhoods, installing, testing, repairing and maintaining the technology that keeps millions connected.

You must have a valid state driver’s license and be willing to work evenings and weekends. A related Associate Degree or 2+ years of relevant experience is preferred, and Verizon provides on-the-job training.