Outside Plant Engineer

Company: Verizon
Location: Austin
Posted on: November 19, 2023

Job Description:

When you join VerizonVerizon is one of the world's leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We're a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together-lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you're fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you'll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife.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.

• 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.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 workingIn this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.Scheduled Weekly Hours40Equal 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 page to learn more.
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      

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