Network Cabling Tech Edmonton/Calgary, AB

BFG Enterprise Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian IT services company is seeking a Network Cabling Technician in Edmonton/Calgary. The ideal candidate will install and maintain communication distribution systems, travel to customer sites, and work in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess a Class 5 driver's licence, basic computer skills, and have an understanding of network equipment. This is an entry-level, full-time position offering growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with retail environment and POS systems is an asset.
• Ability to travel to customers' sites on short notice.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain communication distribution systems.
• Interpret and verify work orders, specifications, and drawings.
• Test, review and troubleshoot installed systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Tools

Network equipment (routers, switches)

Microsoft Office

Scissor lifts

Job description

Network Cabling Tech Edmonton/Calgary, AB

Role:

To install and maintain communication distribution systems and/or other signals. These systems comprise the physical architecture that supports voice, video, and data transmission within industrial, commercial and institutional complexes.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Interpret and verify work orders, specifications, drawings, schematics and special requirements
• Perform site inspections
• Assemble and set up all tools, materials and equipment
• Install cable supports
• Install, fish, dress, cross connect and terminate Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP), co-axial and fibre optic cable
• Install WiFi (802.11b/g and n) networks
• Test, review and troubleshoot installed systems
• Liaise with customers, store managers, and employees to explain, coordinate and schedule network cable installations
• Provide work log and reports

Occupational Requirements

• Familiarity with retail environment and POS systems is an asset
• Familiarity with network equipment (routers, switches, desktops, printers, etc.) is an asset
• Ability to travel to customers' sites on short notice over extended periods of time (possibly across Canada)
• Must possess a valid and unexpired Class 5 driver's licence, and the ability to produce a clean driver's abstract upon hire and periodically throughout employment
• Must have own vehicle and be able to drive to and from jobs independently
• Ability to work revolving day/night shifts
• Must have knowledge of basic computer skills and be able to demonstrate good writing skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook is an asset
• Experience with scissor lifts (will train/certify as required)

Job Type

• Full-time

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management, Strategy/Planning, and General Business

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting