Telecommunications technician

Work Term:

Permanent /

Work Language:

English /

Hours:

40 hours per week /

Education:

College/CEGEP /

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years or equivalent experience / Work site environment:
Outdoors At heights Confined spaces Underground / Work setting:
Installation Maintenance On-site customer service Testing Various locations Repair Service Tasks

Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment Inspect trunking systems 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 Test installed telephone systems to locate transmission faults 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 Initiate the dispatch of appropriate repair personnel Install electromechanical, analog and digital trunking systems, circuits and equipment in telecommunications central offices and switching centres 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 Determine work assignments Install cable modems and software to enable Internet access Repair or replace faulty cables, power suppliers and amplifiers

Computer and technology knowledge Telecommunication system Area of specialization Telecommunication service testing Telecommunications equipment Transportation/travel information Valid driver''s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities Rapid-paced environment Tight deadlines Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Bending, crouching, kneeling Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Leadership Client focus Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Dependability Employment terms options Early morning Employment terms options Morning Day Health benefits Health care plan