OPM Technician

Aecon; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Sault Ste. Marie is seeking a skilled individual for installing and maintaining fiber optic and copper networks. The ideal candidate will have experience in telecommunications, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently or as part of a crew. Responsibilities include interacting with telecom companies and ensuring all projects meet deadlines while adhering to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with all pole hardware.
• Ability to read locates.
• Utility or telecommunications construction experience required.

Responsibilities

• Interact and provide updates to Telecom Companies.
• Installation of aerial fiber optic or copper cable.
• Perform daily tasks while ensuring safety protocols.

Skills

Experience using Bucket trucks

Strong commitment to safety

Ability to work independently

Strong work ethic

Familiar with handling of fiber and copper cables

Education

Valid Driver’s License (AZ or DZ)

Tools

Mini excavator

Pneumatic and belt driven cable jetting machines

Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is and building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on :

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we :

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What You’ll Do Here :

• Interact and provide updates to Telecom Companies for the construction and maintenance of Fiber Optic and Copper Network.
• Access back yards or customer property to place self supported aerial drops, or buried service wires.
• Installation of aerial fiber optic or copper cable using required pole hardware.
• Pull cable by hand or with mechanical equipment.
• Ensure all safety signs, cones, barriers, etc. are in good shape and on the truck.
• Set up and work safely on high traffic roads according to Book 7 standards.
• Check timesheets and documentation to ensure accuracy of time reporting.
• Review monthly vehicle inspections and in-depth knowledge of CVOR requirements. Complete circle checks on CVOR vehicles and fill out all required logbooks.
• Approach all customers in a courteous, professional manner ensuring deadlines are met.
• Apply due diligence in ensuring accuracy in preparation and prompt completion of all necessary documentation (surveys, timesheets, drawings, as-builds, billing, and toolbox talks).
• Participate in all Health and Safety efforts including daily tailboard talks with Aerial crews.
• Excavate using methods by hand-dig / mini excavator.
• Hand spading of copper and fibre service wires.
• Basic Knowledge and operating skills of mini excavator and vibratory plows considered an asset.
• Able to read locates and verify utility markings (gas, hydro, communications. Water, sewer, etc.).
• Work closely with the project coordinator for overall planning, scheduling, material needs and equipment requirements.
• Provide daily updates digitally on the progress of the job.
• Promotes, supports, and facilitates teamwork between all construction crews by promoting and fostering a positive, visible teamwork attitude among all project crews, regardless experience level.
• Represents Aecon in a positive and respectful manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Team :

• Experience using Bucket trucks, climbing poles using spurs or ladders.
• Hands on experience with all pole hardware.
• Experience placing poles, down guys, anchors, and vertical ground wires.
• Ability to read locates.
• A strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently or as a part of a crew to perform all types of Outside Plant aerial construction and maintenance / repair work.
• Strong work ethic, self-disciplined, motivated, and organized.
• Familiar with handling of fiber and copper cables.
• Utility or Telecommunications construction experience.
• Basic Knowledge of pneumatic and belt driven cable jetting machines
• Mechanically inclined and able to properly maintain equipment
• FTTH, copper, fiber experience is an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License, AZ or DZ a strong asset with a clean Driver’s Abstract.
• Physical strength and stamina, the ability to carry and climb a twenty-eight-foot extension ladder weighing 80 pounds.
• Work in all weather conditions, day, night, or weekends with possible overnight stays.
• Travel required.
• Excavate using methods by hand-dig / mini excavator
• Hand spading of copper and fibre service wires
• Basic Knowledge and operating skills of mini excavator and vibratory plows
• Able to read locates and verify utility markings (gas, hydro, communications. Water, sewer, etc.).
• Work closely with the foreperson and coordinator for overall planning, scheduling, material needs and equipment requirements
• Provide daily updates digitally on the progress of the job.
• Promotes, supports, and facilitates teamwork between all construction crews by promoting and fostering a positive, visible teamwork attitude among all project crews, regardless experience level
• Represents Aecon in a positive and respectful manner
• Able to set up traffic plans required to keep the crew safe for daily tasks.
• Complete circle checks on CVOR vehicles and fill out all required logbooks