About

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. Work site environment: Outdoors. At heights. Work setting: Maintenance. On-site customer service. Testing. Repair. Service. Tasks: Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment. Test trunking systems . Inspect operation of telecommunications equipment. Install, arrange, remove and maintain telephone equipment, wiring and associated hardware. 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. Instruct apprentices. Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures. Connect, disconnect and relocate cable outlets. Maintain and repair aerial and underground transmission systems. Repair or replace faulty cables, power suppliers and amplifiers. Computer and technology knowledge: Telephone system. Computerized testing system. Telecommunication system. Area of specialization: Telephone installation and repair. Telecommunication service testing. Telecommunications equipment. Security and safety: Basic security clearance. Criminal record check. Driver's validity licence check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Reliability. Accurate. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Do you have experience working in this field?. What is the highest level of study you have completed?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Workplace information: On the road job. Support for Indigenous people: Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations .