Telecommunications Field Supervisor

Telecommunications Field Supervisor

Valo Networks is a leading telecommunications contractor. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Telecommunications Field 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 – 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 team and corporate project management team to help deliver projects on time, on budget, 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 change impact analysis, assigning tasks to project team members, verbally communicating complex issues, verifying that tasks are completed, and communicating 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 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 fibre 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 repair/rehab 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

• Great 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 underground (confined spaces), buried and aerial environments

• A valid drivers license & clean abstract are required. Class 1 or 3 are an asset
• Eligible to work in Canada
• 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 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