Technician - Advanced, Business Technician I

BCE Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Mental health support

Employee discount 35%

Job summary

Bell Canada in Montreal is seeking a Field Operations technician to install and repair telecom networks for business clients. You will handle routers, switches, and related equipment, coordinate with Sales for new deployments, and maintain systems while ensuring service levels meet agreements.

The role requires a college diploma in electronics or telecommunications, fluency in French, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• College diploma in electronics or telecommunications or equivalent experience.
• Fluent in French and valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and adapt to scheduling needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver services to Bell Business Market customers installing and repairing network systems for business clients.
• Install, upgrade and repair router and switch systems for large business customers.
• Coordinate installation of new products with Sales, ensuring excellent customer service.
• Maintain and upgrade operating software and hardware.
• Escalate issues to support teams when needed.
• Adhere to customer maintenance agreements and manage SLAs.
• Maintain relations with customers and internal teams.

Skills

Outside plant knowledge

Telecom equipment

Telecom network

Routers

Switches

Firewall / security

Wireless technology

LAN / WAN design

VPN

VOIP

Customer focus

Analytical thinking

Education

College diploma in electronics or telecommunications

High school diploma

Tools

VMware

IBM equipment

HP server products

Job description

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Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate, explore, and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell, we’re building a more connected future through world-class networks, AI-powered solutions, and digital experiences that elevate how people live, work, and play every day.

We believe in empowering people. That’s why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology, AI tools, and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact? If you’re inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms what’s possible, you belong on #TeamBell.

Be at the forefront of shaping the best digital connections and next-generation technology in Canada. You’ll join the largest, award-winning, high-tech team in our country, working with the brightest minds across many industries.

Bring your ideas and skills as we grow cutting-edge fibre and 5G networks, develop advanced products and services to run on these networks and then enable the delivery of content from our top media properties and services – ensuring that our customers can stay entertained and connected anytime, anywhere.

Name and description of hiring department

The Quebec Field Operations team in Bell Canada is responsible for maintaining the outside cable network providing voice and data services to customers in the consumer Bell Business markets.

Main Job Duties / Accountabilities

• Deliver services to Bell Business Market customers at the level of installing and repairing network systems and applications (application servers, switches, routers and other network equipment) for business customers
• Implement, upgrade, perform preventive maintenance and repair in the event of an outage for the router and switch systems of our large business customers
• Independently coordinate activities surrounding the installation of new products and services, in close collaboration with the Sales teams and in keeping with the team’s mandate, to ensure excellent customer service
• Perform maintenance and upgrades on operating software and hardware
• Escalate any event beyond his control to the support teams
• Ensure adherence to each customer’s maintenance agreement
• Manage Service Level commitments to our customers
• Maintain relations with customers and various groups within Bell Canada

As necessary, agree to undergo a background security check to meet a customer’s clearance requirement.

The technician may also be assigned to customer on site.

Prerequisite

• Candidates who are part of the Craft and Services bargaining unit must have;
  • A college diploma in electronics or telecommunications, or equivalent work experience
• Candidates from outside the Craft and Services bargaining unit must have;
  • A college diploma in electronics or telecommunications, or equivalent work experience
  • A minimum of a high school diploma
• Fluent in French
• Hold a valid driver’s license Class 5
• Possess good manual dexterity and able to work with different hand tools
• Capable to climb telephone poles and/or climb and carry ladders
• Capable to kneel and bend and work in areas with restricted movement
• Capable of differentiating coloured wires (colour code)
• Capable to safely execute all functions/aspects of the job and meet all safety requirements associated with the work equipment

Essential Qualifications / Skills

• Intermediate knowledge of the outside plant, telecom equipment, and telecom network
• Intermediate knowledge with the following products:
  • routers
  • switches
  • firewall internet security
  • wireless technology
• Basic knowledge of LAN and WAN network design ISO layers, security solutions, VPN, wireless and VOIP
• Basic knowledge of VMWARE and IBM, HP server products
• Intermediate knowledge of traditional core data technologies such as DS0, DS1, DS3 transmission
• Ability to act with a focus on customer satisfaction
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Analytical thinking and problem solving abilities

Working Conditions

The candidate must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions and may be called upon to work variable schedules according to business needs (schedules within a given day are prepared by the Company with due consideration to seniority), to participate in a standby program and work overtime as needed. Available and flexible to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays as needed.

Note that many working conditions are subject to terms outlined in the collective agreement.

Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Additional Information:

Position Type: Union Job Status:Regular - Full Time Job Location: Canada : Quebec : Montreal Work Arrangement: Full-time in office (meaning that you will be required to perform your work on-site) Application Deadline: 10/14/2026

For work arrangements that are ‘Hybrid’, successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.

At Bell, we are proud of our focus on fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, supported, and that they belong.

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