Network Operations Supervisor

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 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 will be responsible for ensuring service delivery and reliability of Verizon’s world-class Voice, Video, and Data networks, and at the best cost. Your role will involve leading and developing a high-performing, 24x7 team to effectively perform network management responsibilities, drive project completion, and ensure our effectiveness in responding to real-time escalation issues. The team that you will lead performs the installation, maintenance, and preventative maintenance of telecommunications equipment infrastructure within Verizon’s Central Office facilities. We are transforming our network and constantly innovating to enhance the customer experience; you play a vital role in changing the way our customers live, work, and play.

• Trains, coaches, and counsels direct reports through observing employee quality and safety performance.

• Engages with employees to manage, evaluate and meet team performance and business metrics.

• Conducts employee performance appraisals and communicates feedback effectively.

• Supports the installation, maintenance, and construction of network services.

• Evaluates trends in data and identifies the root cause of issues to develop solutions to customer service or network issues.

• Manages mandatory training on compliance, safety, systems and general process changes.

• Maintains and secures administrative records for tracking employee attendance, records of work performed, training completed and other important metrics.

• Resolves grievances and workplace issues to maintain and enhance a positive working environment.

• Travel required within work geography. May be overnight at times depending on geography size.

What we’re looking for...

You thrive in environments where strong leadership skills, business acumen, and technical expertise are key to driving the success of multi-functional teams. No stranger to succeeding in a fast-paced environment, you juggle competing priorities with ease. You enjoy solving problems with a knack for digging into the details to determine root causes, quantifying impact, and pursuing impactful solutions. People count on you for your ability to build relationships at all levels and communicate clearly to business and technical audiences alike.

You’ll need to have:

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

• Four or more years of relevant work experience.

• Experience with electrical technologies of DC plant, Controllers, Generators, Batteries, Rectifiers, Switchgear, & UPS systems.

• Experience in supervising & leading cross functional teams.

• Valid driver's license.

• Willingness to travel.

• Willingness to work extended hours when necessary, including weekends, holidays, after hours and on call as required for the needs of the business.

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

• Experience in the telecommunications power or similar industry familiarity

• Strong communication skills.

• Knowledge of technical environments including network and data centers.

• Strong PC skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, etc.)

• Leading teams that cares for critical CO power network elements including the monitoring, testing, maintenance and repair of infrastructure equipment and associated electrical, alarming and building monitoring systems per specifications and operational procedures, in central offices and remote facilities.

• Hands on preventative maintenance (routines) of DC Power, testing of all generator backup systems, and associated transfer switches and fuel systems.

• Maintenance and repair of the physical facilities structures, security and peripheral systems.

• Responsible for emergency power and physical facility remedies at all technical facilities, a first responder during natural disasters or any other facilities threat to network safety.

• Requires working in and around live AC switchgear, and DC power plants.

• Required to move and/or lift materials generally not exceeding 100 lbs.

• Adhere to Verizon, manufacturer, and OSHA-imposed safety requirements.

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

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.