Power Central Office Technician

Join The V Team

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 V Team.

Our people are our most valuable asset, but our equipment is pretty important too! You'll use your telecommunications know-how to maintain Verizon's services and equipment in our central offices. You'll be hands-on in making sure we provide unparalleled service to our customers. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Operating and maintaining all types of legacy and next generation local and toll switching technology, data network, and computer processing equipment, along with associated peripherals.
• Performing/assisting with system and equipment installations, acceptance testing, initialization, upgrades and reconfigurations.
• Analyzing, troubleshooting and modifying software programs for network device configuration and control.
• Analyzing turn-up, testing, trouble reporting and repairing of circuits.
• Performing daily backups and routine monitoring of switches, computer systems and data networks to ensure optimal operation.
• Troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing power systems/equipment.
• Climbing ladders, working aloft, and moving/lifting items not exceeding 50 lbs. (100 lbs. for power responsibilities).
• Working evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needs of the business.

You know telecommunications technology 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 winand you take pride in a job well done.

You'll need to have:

• Valid state driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

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

• Related Associate Degree or 2 or more years of relevant work experience.
• CDL or ability to obtain CDL

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.

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: $827.50 - $2,016.00.