Limited Term Outside Plant Technician - A

Here’s your opportunity to play role in delivering the future of entertainment to AT&T customers. As an Outside Plant Technician Apprentice, you’ll ensure our customers have the connectivity they need to enjoy our services. From construction work to laying telephone cable and conduits, you’ll be a vital point of contact for repairs and maintenance. It’s a job that will require construction work as well as the ability to operate heavy duty electrical and hydraulic equipment. What’s it take to join our team? In addition to working outside our customers’ homes to install, connect, maintain rearrange and/or dismantle various forms of telephone and cable wiring, you’ll also perform construction duties. Construction work may include: digging holes, placing poles, laying cable and conduit, unreeling, and/or pulling and stringing wire and cable from pole to pole. You may also be tasked with maintaining accurate reports, records, logs or requisitions. And, to make sure you hitthe ground running, we’ll provide the training and resources you’ll need in a supportive team environment. Additional duties may also include, but are not limited to the following: - Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches or detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cable, building or poles - Climbs poles or uses bucket trucks and enters tunnels, manholes and trenches to place materials - Operates light and/or heavy duty electrical and hydraulic equipment and hand tools in the installation, repair and maintenance of outside plant facilities. Operates propane or gas-powered compressors. - May perform other duties such as ordering supplies, materials, interpreting blueprints and specifications and logging extra supplies, material and hours - Uses and/or wears appropriate safety equipment In order to qualify for this position, you must have the following: - Meet 275lbs weight limit due to safety restrictions - Ability to lift and move up to 100lbs - Abilityto work in confined spaces and climb poles and ladders You’ll also gain an amazing benefits package with medical/dental coverage, 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and paid time off. In addition to these benefits you’ll be a part of our ongoing paid training in your field leading to exciting career paths. Rounding out these benefits and perks we also provide 50% employee discount on: - Eligible AT&T wireless plans (up to two accounts per employee; up to 10 lines per account) and wireless accessories - AT&T Internet (Fiber where available) - AT&T phone & AT&T wireless home phone Ready to get on the road to success? Apply today! AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state and local laws .

Our Outside Plant Technician-A earn between $17 - $29. With our amazing wage opportunities, our average starting earnings begin at $42,500 per year. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

  • 401(k) plan

  • Paid Time off and holidays (With some exceptions bargained employees qualify for one week of PTO after 6 months of service and 2 weeks after the first year). At least 6 company designated holidays and additional PTO (based on bargaining group to which you are hired).

  • Sick leave (may vary by state and based on bargaining group to which you are hired).

  • Adoption Reimbursement

  • Disability Benefits (short term)

  • Life and Accidental Death Insurance

  • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness, accident hospital indemnity/group legal

  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

  • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Location:

Schaumburg, Illinois

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here.

Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...

Other Jobs To Apply

Warehouse Associate (PT or FT flex schedules)

(Regional Remote) Territory Sales Consultant - Healthcare

Advertising Sales Account Manager, Full Funnel Seller, Adapt

Anti-Money-Laundering (AML) Analyst - English - KL

Work From Home Customer Service Rep

Area Manager, Logistics Ops – Flexible Hours & RSUs

Remote Business Development Leader - Rigid Packaging

Augusta,GA:Part-time Store Cashier/stocker at ALDI | Hiring

Fueler Supervisor - ATL Airport

Call Center Agent (PT or FT - 100% Work From Home)

Virtual Chat Assistant Jobs | Entry-Level | $20-$25/hr | No Experience Needed | Remote

Remote Flight Reservationist

Hair Stylist, Makeup Artist – Virtual Event Host

FT Professional Data Entry Keyer (Work From Home)

Remote Administrative Coordinator for a Fast-Paced Team

School Nutrition & Kitchen Operations Supervisor

Field Inspector

Social Media Evaluator - Flexible Hours

FT Professional Data Entry Keyer (Work From Home)

Freelancer - Too Faced

Payroll Accountant (82109)

Amazon Delivery Driver

Driver (Full Time)

Warehouse Associate (PT or FT flex schedules)

amazon flex $15+/ Hour (Sign on Bonus)!

Driver (Full Time)

Amazon Delivery Driver

Remote Customer Service Representative – $24/hr (Work From Home)

Feature film Editor Intern

Seasoned Freelance Data Entry Specialist – Remote, High‑Accuracy, Data Management & Quality Assurance

Amazon Package Delivery Driver - Earn $23.00 - $27.00 / hr

Seasonal Customer Care Representative, Customer Care - Amazon Pharmacy

Amazon Warehouse Technician – Springfield, MO

Fulfillment & Warehouse Processor Hourly

Global Licensing & Partnerships Lead, Exhibitions

Intermodal Service Employee

FedEx Delivery Driver-Lorton, VA (FedEx Ground)

On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T2471)

Healthcare Fraud Investigator at Integrity Advantage (Remote)

Retail Lead Associate (Reduced-Time), Customer Experience Operations

Amazon Delivery Driver - Flexible Shifts

Salad Bar Team Member

Fulfillment Workplace Health and Safety Specialist Intern 2026 - Now Hiring

Airport Security Screening Officer - Apply Today!

Seasonal Retail Fragrances Sales Associate, Metro Center - Downtown

Assistant Produce Manager

Remote Teen Writer: Flexible Freelance Content Creator

Remote Client Success Manager

Team Member

Client Success Representative (Remote, Contract)