Fibre Optic Splicer Technician - Canada/US - Chapel Arm, NL (Experienced)

VistaCare; Chapel Arm; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% employer paid benefits

Weekly compensation

Employee Referral Program Bonus

Company-matched RRSP

Company social events

Job summary

VistaCare is looking for an experienced Fibre Optic Splicer Technician to join their team in Chapel Arm, NL. This permanent, full-time position involves extensive travel and offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits. You will work on various fibre optic splicing tasks while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• 3+ years live circuit experience.
• Experience in fibre splicing and FTTH/FTTX projects.
• Knowledge of fibre optic testing tools like OTDR.

Responsibilities

• Splicing Aerial and Buried Fibre Optic Networks.
• Testing and troubleshooting Fibre Optic networks.
• Documenting and reporting on work completed.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Hand-Eye Coordination

Ability to Work in Confined Spaces

Ability to Work at Heights

Self-Discipline

Education

Valid driver’s license (Class DZ/Class 3)

Tools

Fibre Optic Testing Tools

Job description

VistaCare Chapel Arm, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

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VistaCare is a leading technology solutions provider for a wide range of businesses and organizations, that specialize in telecommunications infrastructure. We offer comprehensive services to plan, design, manage and build telecommunication networks. With a focus on quality, innovation, and efficiency, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Join VistaCare and embark on a career where you’ll acquire a diverse skill set and comprehensive knowledge in a thriving industry. As part of our team, you will collaborate closely with telecommunications companies in Canada and the US, working together to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are currently seeking a Fibre Optic Splicer Technician to join our operations in a permanent, full-time position in Canada and the United States.

The Fibre Optic Splicer Technicians are involved in all facets of fibre splicing including cable preparation, termination, fusion-splicing, testing, and troubleshooting.

As a successful candidate, you will have the opportunity to travel across the Atlantic provinces. While on the road, we prioritize your comfort by providing daily per diem and accommodations paid for by the company.

This role requires a willingness to travel, work a minimum of 40 hours per week, and have a valid driver’s license and reasonable driver’s abstract.

At VistaCare, we are dedicated to business excellence. If you are seeking a rewarding challenge and the chance to grow at an outstanding company, we encourage you to submit your application.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Splicing Aerial and Buried Fibre Optic Networks;
• Testing, and troubleshooting of Fibre Optic networks;
• Documenting and reporting on work completed;
• Maintaining project and safety documentation;
• Ensuring all work is clearly labelled.
  
  

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated Ability to Working at heights;
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination;
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, confined spaces, isolation;
• Ability to work in a physically demanding atmosphere;
• Carry, raise and climb a ladder;
• Carry, lift and handle heavy equipment (manhole covers, cable reels);
• Self-disciplined, self-motivated and organized.
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license (Class DZ/Class 3), airbrakes or willing to obtain Airbrakes endorsement;
• Reasonable driver abstract;
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on emergency call outs as required;
• Ability to travel (Company provides paid accommodations and a daily per-diem when travelling);
• The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check;
• The successful candidate must be authorized to work without visa sponsorship required.
  
  

Experience Required

• 3+ years with live circuit experience;
• Single Fibre Splicing and Mass Fusion Splicing of outside plant fibre networks;
• Experience using fibre optic testing tools such as Power meter, OTDR and Live Fiber Detectors
• Preference given to those with additional experience or FTTX / FTTH project experience;
• Working knowledge of the safe limits of approach in communication space.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• The hourly wage for this position ranges between $22.00/hr - $35.00/hr, depending on experience, skills and qualifications;
• Compensation is paid out every week on Thursdays;
• 50% employer paid comprehensive group benefits (health, dental, vision, insurance);
• Group Life Insurance;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Employee Referral Program Bonus;
• Company-matched RRSP;
• Company social events;
• Additional benefits available.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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  Construction

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