Telecommunications Supervisor

Work Site Environment

• Outdoors
• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Wet/damp

Work Setting

• Construction
• Installation
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Maintenance
• Willing to relocate
• Repair
• Service
• Testing
• Troubleshooting

Tasks

• Prepare production and other reports
• Supervise workers and projects
• Train or arrange for training
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Read blueprints and electrical schematics
• Recommend personnel actions
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity

Supervision

• Electricians
• 5-10 people
• Switch network installers and repairers
• Telecommunications equipment technicians
• Telecommunications service testers
• Trades helpers
• Labourers

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/Travel Information

• Willing to travel

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Manual dexterity
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat

Personal Suitability

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities