Fiber Optic Splicing Technician

Valo Networks is a leading telecommunications contractor. We are currently seeking experienced and motivated Fiber Optic Splicers / Cable placement team member to join our outside plant (OSP) field operations team in Alberta for permanent, full-time positions. Fiber Optic Splicer / Cable placement team members are involved in all facets of splicing including cable placement, cable preparation, fusion-splicing, testing, and troubleshooting.

SHIFT INFORMATION:
Up to 12 hour working day

11 days on 3 days off rotation

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Splicing, testing, and troubleshooting of fibre sites and links

Well rounded in 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

Ensuring all attended sites are clearly labelled

Locating faults and mobilizing resources within minimal time to counter fault

Reviewing engineered plans and blueprints

Set up and operate specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of fiber optic assemblies and systems

Construct new telecom facilities and repair/rehab existing telecom facilities to a high quality standard

Handle & splice during cutovers as needed per customer

Install a variety of splice cases

Work with customers to provide a premium product with a high level of customer service

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE:
CFOT certificate OR relevant experience

Must be skilled & proficient with color coded cable and count identification

Must be able to read prints and have familiarity with redlines

Ability to work in underground (confined spaces), buried and aerial environments

Ability to work sitting down or standing up or in awkward positions for long periods of time

Comfortable pulling trailers of different sizes

Ability to work in a team environment, independently or self-motivate

Must be able to lift 50LBs

OSP cable jetting experience

Eligible to work in Canada

Fluent in English

Travel required, valid drivers license and reliable vehicle are necessary

Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on emergency call outs as required

Preferred location:
Job based in Red Deer, Alberta area

Will consider candidates from Calgary / Edmonton areas

WHAT WE OFFER:
Equitable Compensation

On-the-job training

Use of top-tier equipment and vehicles

Living out allowance for local food and accommodations provided

Travel costs covered

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