Senior Fiber Optic Technician; OSP

Position: Senior Fiber Optic Technician (OSP)
*** This position is LOCAL to Fort McMurray, AB. You must reside in Fort McMurray or be willing to relocate **
* Shift: Wednesday - Sunday / 10 hours per day. Flexibility is required, as shifts and schedules may change to support project and operational needs.

TRIDON OFFERS:

FREE Housing & Relocation Assistance Provided

Competitive Wages

Company RRSP Matching

Additional Paid Days Off for Years of Service (YOS)

On the Job Training

Manufacturer Provided Training

Opportunity to advance and grow within a rapidly growing company

JOB SUMMARY:

The  Senior Fiber Optic Technician (OSP ) is responsible for the installation, preparation, fusion splicing, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of outside plant (OSP) fiber optic communication systems in industrial and oil sands environments. This is a hands‑on field role that requires an experienced technician with a proven background in building and maintaining fiber optic infrastructure using industry‑standard splicing and testing equipment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for completing end-to-end fiber optic installations, performing system testing and certification, diagnosing and repairing faults, and ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client specifications and industry best practices.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Install, prepare, splice, terminate, and maintain single‑mode and multi‑mode fiber optic cable.

Perform fusion splicing for new installations, repairs, maintenance, and system upgrades.

Perform fiber optic testing, certification, and troubleshooting using EXFO OTDRs, Power Meters, IOLM, Fast Reporter, and other industry‑standard testing equipment.

Diagnose and repair faults within fiber optic communication systems.

Complete end-to-end fiber optic builds, including cable preparation, splicing, testing, documentation, and final system verification.

Read, interpret, and maintain telecommunications drawings, splice diagrams, cable schedules, and project specifications.

Verify completed installations meet client specifications and industry standards.

Repair or replace damaged fiber optic cable and related infrastructure as required.

Complete testing documentation and maintain accurate project records.

Mentor apprentices and junior technicians as required.

Maintain a professional working relationship with clients and project stakeholders.

Adhere to all company and client safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

5-10 years of hands‑on experience  installing, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining outside plant (OSP) fiber optic networks.

Previous experience working in industrial, mining, oil sands, or heavy industrial environments.

Demonstrated experience preparing fiber for fusion splicing and completing high‑quality fiber optic terminations.

Proficient in the use of fusion splicers and EXFO fiber optic testing equipment, including OTDRs, Power Meters, IOLM, and Fast Reporter software.

Strong ability to read and interpret telecommunications drawings, splice diagrams, and technical documentation.

Specialized fiber optic training or industry‑recognized certifications are preferred. Equivalent combinations of training and extensive hands‑on experience will be considered.

Asset

Fiber Optic Association (FOA) Certification

Corning Fiber Optic Certification

BICSI Certification

TE Connectivity Fiber Optic Certification or Training

NAIT Fiber Optic Training or other recognized fiber optic specialization

Experience mentoring apprentices or leading small field crews

Other Requirements

Legally authorized to work in Canada  at the time of application.

Full, valid, and current driver’s license

Clean 5-year driver’s abstract

Clear  Criminal Background Check

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