Installation And Repair Technician – Telecommunications

Work Setting

• On-site customer service
• Various locations

Tasks

• Diagnose and locate equipment faults, and adjust, replace or repair telecommunications equipment
• Inspect and test 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
• 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

Computer and Technology Knowledge

• Telephone system
• Computerized testing system
• Telecommunication system

Area of Specialization

• Telephone installation and repair
• Switch network installation and repair
• Telecommunication service testing
• Telecommunications equipment

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver’s validity licence check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver’s licence
• Willing to travel

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Reliability

Workplace information

• On the road job

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?