Technical Support Representative

Canadian Fiber Optics; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission-based compensation

Learning opportunities

Safe work environment

Job summary

Canadian Fiber Optics Corp. is seeking a technically skilled Technical Support Representative to handle front-line support for residential and business customers across internet, Wi-Fi, IPTV, and voice services.

You will diagnose issues, document resolutions, and contribute to a positive customer experience in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in a similar role, strong troubleshooting, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience supporting Internet, Wi-Fi, IPTV, and telecommunications services.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities to resolve connectivity issues.
• Experience in technical support, customer service, telecommunications, or call centers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail and precise documentation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Adaptable to changing technologies and processes.
• Knowledge of fiber optic infrastructure or networking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to residential and business customers via phone, email, and chat.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot internet, Wi-Fi, IPTV, and connectivity issues using internal systems and remote tools.
• Escalate complex issues to internal teams and document follow-up.
• Assist with account management including activations, upgrades, billing, payments, and changes.
• Support retention by addressing concerns and offering suitable service options.
• Handle delinquent accounts with professional empathy and payment arrangements.
• Educate customers on products, equipment, and best practices.
• Document interactions and resolutions in CRM and ticketing systems.
• Follow up on open issues to ensure timely resolution.
• Stay updated on products, network updates, promotions, and technologies.
• Meet/exceed performance metrics for customer satisfaction and resolution times.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Customer service

Communication skills

Documentation

Organizational skills

Tools

CRM systems

Ticketing systems

Job description

About The Company

Canadian Fiber Optics (CFOC) and Northern Lights Fiber is committed to bridging the digital divide: we bring best-in-class broadband internet to rural and underserved markets. We are built on a foundation of Courage, Curiosity, Compassion and Humility. And the truth is… we love what we do! Bringing communities together is a powerful thing, and we are proud of the impact we make in the lives of our customers.

Canadian Fiber Optics (CFOC) and Northern Lights Fiber is committed to bridging the digital divide: we bring best-in-class broadband internet to rural and underserved markets. We are built on a foundation of Courage, Curiosity, Compassion and Humility. And the truth is… we love what we do! Bringing communities together is a powerful thing, and we are proud of the impact we make in the lives of our customers.

Job Summary

We are seeking a technically skilled and customer-focused Technical Support Representative to join our growing team. This role is responsible for delivering front-line technical support and customer care to residential and business customers across internet, Wi-Fi, IPTV, and voice services. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting abilities, excellent communication skills, and experience in technical support environments, preferably within telecommunications or call center operations. Success in this role requires the ability to diagnose and resolve service-related issues efficiently while maintaining a professional, empathetic, and solution-oriented customer experience.

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide technical support to residential and business customers via phone, email, and chat channels.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot internet, Wi-Fi, IPTV, and connectivity-related issues using internal systems and remote diagnostic tools.
• Escalate complex technical issues to appropriate internal teams while ensuring proper documentation and customer follow-up.
• Assist customers with account management functions including service activations, upgrades, billing inquiries, payment processing, and account changes.
• Support customer retention efforts by identifying customer concerns, presenting service solutions, and promoting products or packages that align with customer needs.
• Handle delinquent account conversations professionally and empathetically, assisting customers with payment arrangements and account recovery options.
• Educate customers on products, services, equipment functionality, and best practices to improve their overall service experience.
• Accurately document customer interactions, troubleshooting steps, resolutions, and account updates within CRM and ticketing systems.
• Proactively follow up on open issues to ensure timely resolution and high customer satisfaction.
• Maintain knowledge of company products, network updates, promotions, and evolving technologies.
• Meet or exceed established performance metrics related to customer satisfaction, resolution times, quality assurance, productivity, retention, and collections support.

What We Are Looking For

• A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience supporting Internet, Wi-Fi, IPTV, and telecommunications services.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with the capability to analyze and resolve connectivity and service issues.
• Previous experience in technical support, customer service, telecommunications, or call center environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in a customer-friendly manner.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Adaptable and responsive to changing technologies, processes, and business needs.
• Knowledge of fiber optic infrastructure, networking principles, or construction processes is considered an asset.

What We Offer

At Canadian Fiber Optics Corp. our priority is our employees. The "work-hard-play-hard" isn’t just a saying for us - we are agile, passionate and energetic. We check our egos at the door, roll up our sleeves, move fast, get things done and support each other. Our leaders inspire the team, truly welcoming all members to be open, honest and provide feedback without fear of judgement. We want the curious, the champions and the collaborators.

We are consistently working to provide a safe work environment, competitive wages – including strong commission-based compensation, and many opportunities to learn and grow. If you commit to delivering results and make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you.

Work Schedule

• Must be available to work evenings and weekends based on customer and business needs.
• Participation in a rotational on-call schedule may be required.