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Outside PLANT; OSP Designer - CAD Specialist; Term Position
Job in
Halifax Bedford Basin, Nova Scotia, B3M, Canada
Listed on 2026-06-09
Listing for:
VistaCare Communications Services of Canada Inc.
Seasonal/Temporary, Contract
position Listed on 2026-06-09
Job specializations:
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Engineering
CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Halifax Bedford Basin
OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP) DESIGNER - CAD Specialist (Contract Term Position)
Bedford, NS
Job Overview
Seeking an Outside Plant (OSP) Designer specializing in computer-aided drawings (CAD) for a contract term from May 2026 to December 2026 in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
Duties & Responsibilities
Perform drafting in AutoCAD or other drafting software.
Transpose designs from one system into other database types.
Peer review finished drawing packages.
Read and interpret fibre network design drawings and outside plant records (data, maps).
Collaborate with other divisional teams to overcome project challenges and provide optimal solutions.
Conduct field survey and data collection (out of province as needed).
Knowledge & Skills
Detailed knowledge of some of the following programs:
QGIS
Network Engineer
NetworkX
Spatial Net
AutoCAD
Micro Station
Great computer skills and ability to learn new software with ease.
Detail‑oriented with good organizational and time‑management skills.
Must be able to prioritize in a deadline‑driven environment.
Highly analytical with proven problem‑solving abilities and excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
General understanding of construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
Knowledge of current construction practices is an asset.
Knowledge of fibre‑optic network infrastructure is an asset.
Additional Requirements
Successful candidate must be authorized to work in Canada.
Valid driver’s license (Class 5) and reasonable driver’s abstract.
Must be flexible to travel and work on a rotational basis depending on project requirements.
Successful candidate must pass a criminal background check.
Experience Required
1–3 years of experience interpreting technical drawings, creating design documentation, or planning physical infrastructure in any engineering discipline.
Experience with telecom or fibre design is an advantage but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
Annualized salary: $50 K to $70 K, pro‑rated for the contract term (May to December) and commensurate with experience and skill level.
Weekly pay.
Group insurance benefits package – 50 % of benefit premiums paid by the company (Life, Health, Dental, Vision, Long‑Term Disability).
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
Employee discounts.
Employee referral bonus.
Free on‑site parking at Bedford Head Office.
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