Fibre Optic Splicer Technician - Canada/US - Regina, SK (Experienced)

VistaCare; Regina; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fibre Optic Splicer Technician for a full-time role that promises exciting travel opportunities across Canada and the US. This position involves hands-on work with fibre optic networks, including splicing, testing, and troubleshooting. Candidates will enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits and the chance to grow their skills in a dynamic field. If you are self-disciplined, motivated, and ready for a rewarding challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

50% employer-paid comprehensive benefits

Group life insurance

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Referral bonus program

Company-matched RRSP

Social events and additional benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in live circuit fibre optic splicing.
• Proficiency in fibre optic testing tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Splicing and testing aerial and buried fibre optic networks.
• Documenting work and maintaining safety documentation.

Skills

Fibre Optic Splicing

Cable Preparation

Testing and Troubleshooting

Manual Dexterity

Ability to Work at Heights

Education

3+ years of live circuit experience

Experience with single fibre splicing

Tools

Fibre Optic Testing Tools

Power Meters

OTDR

Job description

Regina, SK

VistaCare is a leading technology solutions provider specializing in telecommunications infrastructure. We offer comprehensive services to plan, design, manage, and build telecommunication networks. Focused on quality, innovation, and efficiency, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet industry needs.

Join VistaCare and develop a diverse skill set in a thriving industry. Collaborate with telecommunications companies in Canada and the US to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are seeking a Fibre Optic Splicer Technician for a permanent, full-time role in Canada and the United States. Responsibilities include cable preparation, termination, fusion-splicing, testing, and troubleshooting of fibre optic networks.

This role involves travel across the Atlantic provinces, with company-provided accommodations and daily per diem. The position requires a willingness to travel, working at least 40 hours per week, and holding a valid driver’s license and a reasonable driver’s abstract.

If you seek a rewarding challenge and growth opportunities, we encourage you to apply.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Splicing aerial and buried fibre optic networks
• Testing and troubleshooting fibre optic networks
• Documenting and reporting work completed
• Maintaining project and safety documentation
• Ensuring all work is clearly labelled

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work at heights
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, confined spaces, and isolation
• Physically demanding work including ladder climbing and handling heavy equipment
• Self-disciplined, motivated, and organized

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license (Class DZ/Class 3) with airbrakes endorsement or willingness to obtain it
• Reasonable driver’s abstract
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on emergency call-outs
• Ability to travel with company-provided accommodations and per diem
• Pass a criminal record check
• Authorized to work without visa sponsorship

Experience Required

• 3+ years of live circuit experience
• Experience with single fibre splicing and mass fusion splicing in outside plant fibre networks
• Proficiency with fibre optic testing tools such as power meters, OTDR, and live fibre detectors
• Preference given to candidates with FTTX/FTTH project experience
• Knowledge of safe approach limits in communication spaces

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay commensurate with experience and skills, paid weekly
• 50% employer-paid comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, insurance)
• Group life insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Referral bonus program
• Company-matched RRSP
• Social events and additional benefits