Copper Splicer

Motive Infrastructure Solutions; Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Copper Splicing Technician to join their team. This role involves splicing and maintaining copper cables for both landline and wireless communications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in telecommunications, with the ability to safely climb utility poles and work in challenging environments. As part of a dedicated team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of communication networks. If you are passionate about infrastructure solutions and enjoy hands-on work, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in telecommunications or OSP lineman roles.
• Ability to safely climb poles and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and test copper cables using various methods.
• Read and interpret blueprints and splice diagrams.

Skills

OSP lineman experience

Telecommunications experience

OTDR testing

Climbing utility poles

Cable installation and repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bucket trucks

Ladders

Job description

About Us:

Motive is a full-service, self-performing, turnkey infrastructure solutions provider for the wireless and wireline telecommunications industry. We are a single point of accountability for designing, building, upgrading, and maintaining networks. Our expertise includes site acquisition, architecture, engineering & design, project & construction management, installation & maintenance, and product sales & distribution.

Purpose and Scope:

The Copper Splicing Technician will splice and maintain copper cables and various communication equipment for landline and wireless communications.

Responsibilities:

• Install, repair, and test copper cables using bucket trucks, climbing poles or ladders, or entering tunnels, trenches, or confined spaces.
• Work safely, following safety guidelines near power sources, at heights, in confined spaces, rooftops, basements, and roadside.
• Climb utility poles with gaffs to access work areas.
• Connect and rearrange cable facilities per splice documents.
• Maintain tools and test equipment, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Read and interpret blueprints and splice diagrams.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of OSP lineman or telecommunications experience preferred.
• Ability to safely climb wood poles and use ladders.
• Experience with telecom construction duties.
• Knowledge of OTDR testing and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of cable size, count, and color coding.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to carry up to 70 lbs., including extension ladders.
• Comfort working at heights of 45 feet.
• Physical ability to bend, stand, sit, crawl, climb, and lift during shifts.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to pass drug and background checks.
• Meet the 275 lbs weight limit for safety reasons.

Working Conditions:

• Comfort working at heights and in confined spaces, including climbing utility poles.
• Driving utility vehicles and working outdoors often in challenging weather.
• Travel and weekend work may be necessary.

Physical Requirements:

• Work in aerial buckets with a 300-pound restriction including PPE and tools.
• Lift and move up to 70 pounds, including climbing and operating extension ladders (~28 ft, 75 lbs).