technician, telecommunications

Government of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Toronto is looking for a Telecommunications Technician. The role involves inspecting and repairing cable signals, diagnosing faults, and installing telephone systems. Candidates should have a college diploma related to telecommunications, a valid driver's license, and experience in installations. Benefits include health plans and free parking. This position requires attention to detail and effective communication skills.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in telephone installation and repair.
• Knowledge of telecommunication systems.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment.
• Repair cable signals and telecommunications equipment.
• Install, maintain, and test telephone systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Organized

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

Cellular phone

Amplifiers

Cable outlets

Converters

Splitters

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non‑university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment
• Repair cable signals
• 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
• Repair or replace defective telephone equipment
• Test installed telephone systems to locate transmission faults
• Analyze test results and adjust, change or repair switching system, network, associated equipment and software
• Complete and maintain test and service reports
• Determine nature, cause and location of trouble
• Initiate the dispatch of appropriate repair personnel
• Operate computerized testing systems to conduct service tests on customer lines and equipment
• Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures
• Install cable modems and software to enable Internet access
• Repair or replace faulty cables, power suppliers and amplifiers

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• Telephone system
• Telecommunication system

Equipment and machinery experience

• Amplifiers
• Cable outlets
• Converters
• Splitters

Area of specialization

• Telephone installation and repair
• Telecommunication service testing
• Telecommunications equipment

Additional information Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available