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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...

Customers expect our networks to perform at a high level all the time. That’s where you come in. This is a Switch Engineering role. The work you’ll be doing will directly impact customer satisfaction and help keep us ahead of the competition.

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• Responsible for configuring and provisioning routers in a complex network and integrating them into the network remotely.

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• Building files for integration of the routers so they can be reached remotely and working with Field Engineers to bring equipment online in the Verizon Network.

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• Advanced operation of switching, transport, data communications and peripheral equipment associated with the Mobile Switching Center (MSC).

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• Transport testing of fiber will be required to ensure that fiber is working within specifications. Will work with multiple stakeholders to complete projects efficiently, update trackers, and complete necessary milestones for projects.

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What we’re looking for...

You’re tech savvy and well-versed in all things telecommunications. Working independently is as comfortable for you as being part of a team. No stranger to a fast-paced environment, you manage multiple assignments, and competing priorities while staying focused on important deadlines. 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:

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• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.

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• Router configuration and provisioning experience

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• Transport Equipment experience

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• Telecom Switch experience

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• Three or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.

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• A valid driver's license.

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• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

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

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• A degree.

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• Experience in working with high speed wireless technologies.

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• Experience in automation/programming and scripting.

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• Strong communication skills.

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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

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. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, stock incentive programs, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. 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. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.