Fiber Optic Technician

Novatel Inc, our mission is to be recognized as a leader in the Telecom industry, continually providing quality workmanship and exceptional service from our knowledgeable team of professionals.

Although young by the creation Novatel offers a multitude of services. Formed by a reliable team of young technicians who are supported by former experienced in this field, our company combines experience and theory. To ensure high quality regarding installation and maintenance of cable infrastructure.

We are looking for candidates who are interested in being maintenance cable technician to work in a Hybrid Fiber, Coaxial network. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to start a career in this advanced field. We have great opportunities available for in-house technicians in the areas of Ottawa, Montreal, Gatineau and different Quebec locations.

Job Summary:

You are a Fiber Optic Splicer/Tester responsible for the installation, splicing and testing of fiber optic networks or you have a knack and passion for technology and teamwork. As a Fiber Optic Splicer/Tester, you take pride in ensuring network builds are completed and functioning properly.

Apply now and join our Novatel Inc. team in Ottawa, Gatineau, Montreal,… today!

Our company culture is built on fairness open communication, respect, cooperation and trust between all levels of the company.

Responsibilities:

· Splices and tests fiber optic cabling in buried, aerial, and building applications

· Takes pride in analyzing and troubleshooting technical problems and/or issues

· Reviews, interprets, and works with various maps, drawings, and blueprints and testing documents

· Makes splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, aerial, and building work locations

· Adheres to field inspection quality control standards & documents in buried, aerial, and building applications

Requirements:

· 1-2 years of experience as a Fiber optic Splicer/Tester

· Familiarity with safety procedures when working aloft and in confined spaces

· Ability to climb poles with hooks and belt is an asset

· Knowledge of safe work practices involving confined space entry is an asset

· Strong interpersonal and listening skills

· Strong knowledge of MS Office

· Ability to read and understand customer provided drawings along with daily completion of redline drawings, time, and production logs

· Must have and maintain a valid provincial driver’s license

· Must have and maintain a clean driver’s abstract

Working Conditions

· Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 75 pounds), working at heights, in confined spaces and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat etc.)

Numéro de référence : fib2022

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $45,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $23.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ottawa-Gatineau, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• fiber splicing: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)