Telecommunications Foreman / Supervisor

Telecommunications Foreman / Supervisor

Valo Networks is a leading telecommunications contractor. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Telecommunications Foreman / Supervisor to lead our outside plant (OSP) field operations fiber splicing and cable placement team in Alberta.

SHIFT INFORMATION:

• 8-hour working day
• Monday to Friday schedule
• Some overtime required – may move to rotational schedule for some projects

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Manage the Fiber Splicing / Cable Placement team including providing technical advice and hands-on support during the pre-construction and construction phases of the OSP project.
• Coordinate with our Civil construction and corporate project management team to help deliver projects on time, on budget, and within quality and safety standards.
• Partner with project stakeholders, internal customers, external vendors, and cross-functional teams – including corporate and contract engineering and design team members.
• Ensure that the project assets such as vehicles, test equipment, tools, etc. are in good working condition and are well maintained
• Participate in project meetings and effectively support the overall project effort.
• Anticipate and identify tasks required to support change processing including performing a change impact analysis, assigning tasks to project team members, verbally communicating complex issues, verifying that tasks are completed, and corresponding implementation status
• QA/QC – Inspecting and assure construction work quality and crew safety.
• Managing sub-contractors in pre-construction and construction activities
• Manage and mentor members of the Fiber Splicing / Cable Placement team.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE:

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a similar role
• 5+ years of hands-on technical fiber optic experience including some or all of:
• Splicing, testing, and troubleshooting of fiber sites and links
• Cable placement experience (Hand placement, Hydraulic tugging, Jetting)
• Documenting and reporting on completed telecommunication work
• Maintaining project and telecom safety documentation
• Inspecting fiber routes and hub sites as preventative maintenance
• Locating faults and mobilizing resources within minimal time to counter fault
• Reviewing engineered plans and blueprints
• Setting up and operating specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of fiber optic assemblies and systems
• Constructing new telecom facilities and repairing/rehabbing existing telecom facilities
• Safety conscious and organization skills required

• Capable of working with and directing a large crew
• Proficient in Alberta 1 call program

• Proficient with FTTP, IX, and mainline construction methods and supervision

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and knowledge to independently manage self and others’ workload efficiently
• CFOT certificate OR relevant experience
• Must be skilled & proficient with color-coded cable and count identification
• Ability to work in the underground (confined spaces), buried, and aerial environments

• A valid driver’s license & clean abstract are required. Class 1 or 3 are an asset
• Eligible to work in Canada
• Travel required valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are necessary
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on emergency call-outs as required

Preferred location:

• Job-based in South and Central Alberta
• We will consider candidates from Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, and surrounding areas

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Equitable Compensation and Benefits
• Living out allowance for local food and accommodations provided
• Travel costs covered