telecommunications technician

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 32 to 37 hours per week
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
Work site environment
Outdoors
At heights
Work setting
Installation
Urban area
Maintenance
On-site customer service
Rural area
Testing
Various locations
Repair
Service
Residential
Tasks
Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment
Repair cable signals
Diagnose and locate equipment faults, and adjust, replace or repair telecommunications equipment
Inspect operation of telecommunications equipment
Install, arrange, remove and maintain telephone equipment, wiring and associated hardware
Repair or replace defective telephone equipment
Analyze test results and adjust, change or repair switching system, network, associated equipment and software
Complete and maintain test and service reports
Determine nature, cause and location of trouble
Operate computerized testing systems to conduct service tests on customer lines and equipment
Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures
Connect, disconnect and relocate cable outlets
Install cable modems and software to enable Internet access
Repair or replace faulty cables, power suppliers and amplifiers
Computer and technology knowledge
Telephone system
Telecommunication system
Equipment and machinery experience
Amplifiers
Cable outlets
Area of specialization
Telecommunication service testing
Telecommunications equipment
Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability
Leadership
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Initiative
Judgement
Organized
Team player
Accurate
Other benefits
Free parking available