Telecommunications Technician – Level 4, Lead and/ or Journeyperson

TELECOMMUNICATIONs TECHNICIAN – LEVEL 4, LEAD, and JOURNEYPERSON

Why should you join Fibertel?

• Apprenticeship opportunities in a recognized Alberta trade
• Extended health and dental benefits, including many other perks, paid by Fibertel
• Tool purchase program
• Corporate wellness program
• Opportunity for career advancement and personal growth
• Ongoing manufacturer, product, and health and safety training
• Company events (BBQ’s, team building, etc.)
• Competitive compensation

Fibertel is currently looking for dynamic, unique, problem-solving individuals to fill Level 4, Lead and Journeyperson, Communication Technician career openings. Fibertel is one of the fastest growing, low voltage integrators in Alberta.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an understanding of ITS installations, which encompasses multiple applications.
• Install, program, test, repair and service a variety of technical complex low voltage systems.
• Interpret manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and repair equipment, utilizing knowledge of industry standards.
• Strong computer skills – proficient in PC applications Microsoft Office, Excel, Bluebeam.
• Demonstrate a keen ability to multitask and coordinate with multiple trades to execute your assigned scope.
• Identify potential project risks; implement strategies to control deviations from estimated costs. and deadlines, while maintaining a sense of urgency to meet the needs of business changes.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, verifying receipt of materials.
• Report status and be accountable to Fibertel Project Managers.

Skill Set

• Proven organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize and work effectively on multiple projects.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

• Ability to learn quickly.
• Strong diagnostic skills, and resolve technical problems, be self-motivated and calm under pressure.
• Self-motivated, positive, and professional attitude.
• Strong Leadership and Mentorship qualities

Required Experience

• Strong understanding of the processes and procedures of ITS and structured cabling methodologies such as Cat 6, Cat6A Cabling, Fiber Optic Cabling and Terminations, Fusion Splicing, Outside Plant
• Basic knowledge of access control, intrusion, and CCTV systems.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant industry experience.

Additional Requirements

• Hold and maintain a valid class 5 operator’s license.
• Ability to work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and move up to 75 lbs, as required.
• Travel and out of town work, is required.
• Ability to work varying shifts, as required.

Certifications (current) that are a benefit to this position, but not required include:

• Communication Technician Journeyperson
• Certified Fiber Optic Technician
• BICSI and/or Manufacturer Certificates
• Fall Protection and Elevated Work Platform (scissor and boom)
• CSTS-09 or CSTS2020
• First Aid
• Health and safety leadership training

If you think you might be a good fit, please send your resume through Indeed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Salary: $17.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Communication Technician: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 driver’s license (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (preferred)