Fibre Optic Splicer Technician - Canada/US - Edmonton, AB (Experienced)

VistaCare; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology solutions provider as a Fibre Optic Splicer Technician, where you'll work on cutting-edge telecommunications infrastructure. This full-time, permanent position offers the chance to travel across Canada and the US, collaborating with industry partners to deliver exceptional results. You'll be involved in all aspects of fibre splicing, from cable preparation to troubleshooting, while enjoying a supportive work environment that prioritizes your comfort with paid accommodations and daily per diem during travels. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge in a thriving industry, apply now!

Benefits

50% Employer Paid Benefits

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Company Matched RRSP

Company Social Events

Qualifications

• 3+ years of live circuit experience in fibre splicing.
• Experience with fibre optic testing tools and outside plant fibre networks.

Responsibilities

• Splicing aerial and buried fibre optic networks.
• Testing and troubleshooting fibre optic networks.
• Documenting and reporting on work completed.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Problem Solving

Ability to Work at Heights

Physical Endurance

Self-discipline

Tools

Power Meter

OTDR

Live Fiber Detectors

Job description

Edmonton, AB

VistaCare is a leading technology solutions provider for a wide range of businesses and organizations, specializing 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 Technician is 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

1. Splicing Aerial and Buried Fibre Optic Networks;
2. Testing and troubleshooting of Fibre Optic networks;
3. Documenting and reporting on work completed;
4. Maintaining project and safety documentation;
5. Ensuring all work is clearly labelled.

Knowledge and Skills

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

Additional Requirements

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

Experience Required

1. 3+ years with live circuit experience;
2. Single Fibre Splicing and Mass Fusion Splicing of outside plant fibre networks;
3. Experience using fibre optic testing tools such as Power meter, OTDR, and Live Fiber Detectors;
4. Preference given to those with additional experience or FTTX / FTTH project experience;
5. Working knowledge of the safe limits of approach in communication space.

Compensation And Benefits

1. Compensation is commensurate with experience and skill level;
2. Compensation is paid out every week on Thursdays;
3. 50% employer paid comprehensive group benefits (health, dental, vision, insurance);
4. Group Life Insurance;
5. Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
6. Employee Referral Program Bonus;
7. Company-matched RRSP;
8. Company social events;
9. Additional benefits available.

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