Satellite & Telecom Installation Technician

Near Nerd; Alberta; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Near Nerd is seeking an on-site telecommunications technician in Alberta. You will inspect and test cable signals, diagnose equipment faults, install and maintain telephone hardware, and analyze test results to ensure reliable networks for customers.

The role requires 1–2 years of experience and fluent English. Responsibilities include climbing poles, connecting outlets, managing test reports, and configuring cable modems to enable Internet access.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience.
• On-site work at a physical location only.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment
• Diagnose and locate equipment faults, and adjust, replace or repair telecommunications equipment
• Inspect operation of telecommunications equipment
• Install, arrange, remove and maintain telephone equipment, wiring and associated hardware
• Analyze test results and adjust, change or repair switching system, network, associated equipment and software
• Complete and maintain test and service reports
• Operate computerized testing systems to conduct service tests on customer lines and equipment
• Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures
• Connect, disconnect and relocate cable outlets
• Determine work assignments
• Install cable modems and software to enable Internet access
• Repair or replace faulty cables, power suppliers and amplifiers

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Near Nerd is seeking an on-site telecommunications technician in Alberta. You will inspect and test cable signals, diagnose equipment faults, install and maintain telephone hardware, and analyze test results to ensure reliable networks for customers.

The role requires 1–2 years of experience and fluent English. Responsibilities include climbing poles, connecting outlets, managing test reports, and configuring cable modems to enable Internet access.