Telecom Field Technician: Install, Repair & Maintain Network

Verizon; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon in Greensburg, PA is seeking a field technician to connect customers to America's fastest network. You will be out in neighborhoods installing, testing, repairing and maintaining telecom equipment while keeping safety and quality at the forefront.

You should have a valid driver's license and completion of Verizon Technician Program (or similar lineman training). Related associate degree or 2+ years of experience is a plus, and flexibility for evenings and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• Valid state driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Completed Verizon Technician Program or similar training covering electrical or lineman work.
• Related Associate Degree or 2+ years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Connecting, disconnecting, testing, repairing, maintaining equipment, inside wiring and wires at poles, underground or building terminals.
• Operating and maintaining trucks and equipment needed to perform work operations in a safe manner.
• Installing, repairing, maintaining, and testing access lines for all types of equipment and technology.
• Performing construction work using designated equipment for digging holes, placing poles, laying cable/conduit in the ground and unreeling, pulling and stringing wire/cable on poles.
• Reading and interpreting engineering plans and vendor specifications.
• 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.

Education

Verizon Technician Program

Associate Degree / 2+ years experience

Job description

Verizon in Greensburg, PA is seeking a field technician to connect customers to America's fastest network. You will be out in neighborhoods installing, testing, repairing and maintaining telecom equipment while keeping safety and quality at the forefront.

You should have a valid driver's license and completion of Verizon Technician Program (or similar lineman training). Related associate degree or 2+ years of experience is a plus, and flexibility for evenings and weekends is expected.