Job Description

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 Life. What you’ll be doing…

As part of our growth plans, we're seeking a Field Telecom Engineer that has a real passion for delivering excellence and ensuring customer service is at the heart of everything we do.

The Field Technician is responsible for carrying out 1st line installation, repair and maintenance activities on customer premises. You will be part of the Operations team delivering the local onsite support needed to ensure our customers receive a world class service.

You will be looking after and involved with operations and maintenance of Verizon's Backbone Network (L1/L2) and troubleshooting on existing network structures.

You will also be responsible for:

• Installation and implementation of Customer- Data- and Transport Network devices
• Installation, Service and Repair work at customer locations
• Maintenance of network circuits and equipment
• Performing fibre-optic cable testing:  ILM and OTDR measurements
• Localization of  Fiber breaks, monitoring of repair & construction work. Coordination of Emergency repairs on the Verizon Backbone
• Perform installation and maintenance tasks on European fibre-optic cable infrastructure and repeater stations - ISO 9001 certified
• 24x7 On Call Support of Hannover region on a scheduled rota basis
• We offer training, but expect basic understanding of fiber-optic technology

What we’re looking for...

You’ll need to have:

• Network-/IT-Systemelektroniker knowledge and/or work experience
• Experience in the key areas:  Public/Private IP, Ethernet-Technology, fiber-optic-technology
• Ability to speak and write in English and German languages
• Driving license

Even better if you have:

• Experience in optical Transport Networks (SDH/DWDM/OTM)
• Experience with Ethernet Service Implementation
• Experience with Ciena, Cisco, Juniper and equivalent LAN/WAN/WLAN Technology
• Certifications like CCNA preferred, but not required
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

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).

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability or any other legally protected characteristics.