Telecommunications Equipment Installer

Advance Plus Tech Solutions Inc.; Lower Sackville; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications service provider in Nova Scotia is seeking dedicated technicians for a full-time position. The role involves inspecting and testing cable signals, operating computerized testing systems, and installing telecommunication systems. Ideal candidates should have strong troubleshooting skills and a commitment to safety. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive hourly pay, and additional benefits such as paid time off and team-building opportunities.

Benefits

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in telephone installation and repair.
• Knowledge of switch network installation and repair.
• Ability to conduct telecommunication service testing.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment.
• Operate computerized testing systems to conduct service tests.
• Install and maintain aerial and underground transmission systems.

Skills

Telephone system

Computerized testing system

Telecommunication system

Job description

Job details

• Work location: Hybrid
• Salary: 32.50 hourly / 30 to 50 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Hours: Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift, On call, Overtime available

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

• At heights

Work setting

• Maintenance
• Testing
• Various locations
• Service

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment
• Inspect trunking systems
• Test installed telephone systems to locate transmission faults
• Analyze test results and adjust, change or repair switching system, network, associated equipment and software
• Determine nature, cause and location of trouble
• Install electromechanical, analog and digital trunking systems, circuits and equipment in telecommunications central offices and switching centres
• Operate computerized testing systems to conduct service tests on customer lines and equipment
• Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures
• Determine work assignments
• Install cable modems and software to enable Internet access
• Maintain and repair aerial and underground transmission systems
• Repair or replace faulty cables, power suppliers and amplifiers

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Telephone system
• Computerized testing system
• Telecommunication system

Equipment and machinery experience

• Cable outlets

Area of specialization

• Telephone installation and repair
• Switch network installation and repair
• Telecommunication service testing

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• As per collective agreement

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

• Persons with disabilities – awareness training to create a welcoming work environment
• Newcomers and refugees – diversity and cross‑cultural training to create a welcoming work environment
• Youth – awareness training to create a welcoming work environment
• Veterans – awareness training to create a welcoming work environment
• Indigenous people – cultural competency and training to create a welcoming work environment
• Mature workers – awareness training to create a welcoming work environment
• Visible minorities – diversity and cross‑cultural training to create a welcoming work environment

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• A permanent resident of Canada
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-02-18

Advance Plus Tech Solutions Inc.

• Information and cultural industries
• 2 job postings advertised
• Medium‑size business (between 5 and 100 employees)