Fiber Optic Technician

Central Telecom Inc. has immediate openings for the position of Fiber Optic Technician. Experienced technicians are encouraged to apply – we pay top wages for candidates with splicing experience and your starting wage will depend on your skills and experience.

We are willing to train applicants with transferable skills and the ability to learn. We will consider applicants:

• with at least 1 year of experience working in the telecom servicing/installation industry.
• graduates of the Red River College Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering programs
• with hands-on experience in a related field, who are interested in pursuing a career in Fiber Optics

We will certify and train the right candidate(s) in everything you need to be a Fiber Optic Technician.

Central Telecom is an upbeat and positive environment that provides great quality products and services to our clients. We are looking for a rock star to join our field services team.

Advantages:

– starting wage of $20 – $34 per hour, based on experience

– day shift, Monday to Friday 7:30 am – 3:30 pm, with lots of opportunity for overtime

– 2 weeks of vacation to start

– strong safety culture

– amazing team environment

– opportunities for advancement

Responsibilities:

– Communicate with Supervisor and Dispatch on work status

– Splicing, testing and troubleshooting of fiber sites and links

– Documenting and reporting on work completed

– Maintaining project and safety documentation

– Inspecting fiber routes and hub sites as preventative maintenance

– Ensuring all attended sites are clearly labeled

– Locating faults and mobilizing resources within minimal time to counter fault

The position of Fiber Optic Technician can be physically demanding and requires an individual who is capable of the following:

– Able to perform overhead lifting, climbing, and carrying ladders with a weight of minimum 25lbs to 75lbs

– Able to work in confined spaces

– Able to work in all weather conditions

– Walking, climbing, kneeling and crouching

– Able to work in tight spaces such as the crawl space of a house

– Due to safety reasons maximum body weight restriction must not exceed 350 pounds

Additionally we require:

– Valid driver’s license with 2 years of driving experience and a good driving record (you will be driving a company vehicle)

– Ability to drive a company vehicle between the warehouse and worksites in a safe and courteous manner

– Good written and verbal communication skills

Resumes will be accepted on an ongoing basis. If you are an experienced Fiber Optic Technician we want to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $20.00-$34.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Currently, all applicants must be vaccinated for Covid-19 as this remains a requirement for our client sites.

Application question(s):

• Do you have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record?
• Are you able to meet the physical demands of the position?
• How many years of experience or related experience do you have?