Job description
When you join Verizon
Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward – and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here.
What you’ll be doing...
You’ll be managing all engineering, maintenance, and improvements to the Outside Plant Telephony Network, including structures, cables, and associated equipment. This critical role will coordinate with a variety of teams and have direct contact with business and residential customers. You’ll work in diverse environments, both indoors and outdoors, to solve complex problems and implement innovative solutions to keep our customers happy. Responsibilities include assisting in the construction and maintenance of plant infrastructure, design, and engineering as well as providing a route analysis of underground and aerial fiber optic installations. This includes various structures relating to outside plant network such as structures, cables, and associated equipment. Construct and maintain the outside plant infrastructure based on the build-out of the network and needs of the business.
Assisting with monitoring the infrastructure and troubleshoot and repair issues that arise with the fiber and equipment.
Coordinating with internal departments and liaison with residential and business end-users, building contractors, and property owners to implement solutions appropriately.
Interpreting service orders provided by external and internal customers and make the necessary additions, upgrades, repairs and enhancements to the network to fulfill any requests.
Crafting additions, upgrades, repairs and improvements.
Selecting and pricing solutions based on the most effective, efficient, and timely design.
Coordinating with internal departments and liaising with residential and business end-users, building contractors, and property owners to implement solutions appropriately.
Building winning outcomes for both us and our customers.
What we’re looking for...
You know a lot about outside plant engineering practices. You enjoy analyzing problems and having the autonomy to select and implement the right solutions. While you work well independently, you are also a great teammate and enjoy leading colleagues and coordinating efforts to ensure the best outcomes. No stranger to a fast-paced environment, you balance multiple assignments and opposing priorities while staying passionate about important deadlines. As a strong communicator, you can quickly build relationships with a diverse range of people and explain complex technical issues in a way that everyone can understand.
You’ll need to have:
Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
Three or more years of relevant work experience.
A valid Driver's license.
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical/science/mathematics fields.
Experience with windows-based programs and corporate database systems.
Experience with CAD, and MS Excel/MS Access.
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.
Where you’ll be working
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Equal Employment Opportunity
We’re 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.
About Verizon
CEO: Hans Vestberg
Revenue: $10+ billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: https://mycareer.verizon.com/
Year Founded: 2000