About this opportunity:
We are looking for talented trainees (LBO+ or MBO thinking level, telecommunications oriented) interested to start or develop a carrier in Telecom and IP Infrastructure Field Services.
The Field Maintenance Engineer performs preventive and corrective maintenance on locations of our customers (both (mobile) telecoms and IP infrastructure related). The Field Maintenance Engineer also performs onsite installation and commissioning of new equipment.
The FSO department (Field Service Organization) is constantly developing and searching for new opportunities. Therefore, we are looking for flexible candidates who are eager to learn new techniques and are willing to think with us about our ways of working and development.
What you will do:
- Corrective maintenance at site locations within the criteria as agreed with our customers
- Preventive maintenance at site locations according specified guide lines
- Installation and commissioning of new equipment at site locations
- Works on heights, i.e. rooftops and antenna towers
- Performs consignation services
- Works according the Health and Safety regulations as stated by law and internal company rules
- Ensure that the sub-contractors installation staff works according to instructions given by Ericsson
The skills you bring:
- LBO+ or MBO thinking level and proven affinity with Telecommunication or IP-infrastructure.
- Speaks Dutch fluently and clearly and speaks English good. Excellent Dutch writing skills, good English writing skills
- Performs well when working alone, but also able to work in a team
- Is capable to work under pressure to reach challenging targets
- Result oriented, responsible, service minded, flexible, taking initiatives
- Is capable and willing to work on heights, on rooftops and in antenna towers where climbing is required
- Is capable and willing to perform consignation services
- Has general skills in working with computers
- Problem solving capability
- No 9 to 5 mentality, able and willing to work overtime when needed
- Self-learning and improving, learning from mistakes
- Is pro-active, gets the information needed and seeks ways to find solutions
- In the possession of driving license B
- Good communication skills
The role is based in Zwolle.
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
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Primary country and city: Netherlands (NL) || Breda
Req ID: 787934
Skills Required
- LBO+ or MBO thinking level with proven affinity for telecommunications or IP infrastructure
- Fluent spoken Dutch and good spoken English; excellent Dutch writing and good English writing skills
- Willing and capable to work on heights (rooftops and antenna towers) and to climb
- Capable and willing to perform consignation services
- Possession of driving license B
- General computer skills
- Ability to perform corrective and preventive maintenance, installation and commissioning of equipment
- Works according to health and safety regulations
- Able to work alone and in a team, handle pressure, and meet targets
- Result oriented, service minded, flexible, takes initiative, and proactive problem solving
- Willing to work overtime and no 9-to-5 mentality
- Good communication skills
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes employer‑verified medical, dental, and vision plans, along with HSAs/FSAs and EAP/mental‑health support. Wellbeing initiatives are highlighted as part of Life at Ericsson.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching that is employer‑verified, with mentions of match levels varying by time and team and pension support in some regions. This is frequently cited as a solid pillar of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as competitive in many U.S. postings, with examples up to 16 weeks maternity and 6 weeks parental/adoption at 100% pay. Family‑friendly policies and return‑to‑work support are also called out.
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