Equipment Installer And Repairer – Telecommunications in Manitoba

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights

Work setting

• Installation
• Maintenance
• On-site customer service
• Rural area
• Testing
• Service

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Diagnose and locate equipment faults, and adjust, replace or repair telecommunications equipment
• Analyze test results and adjust, change or repair switching system, network, associated equipment and software
• Connect, disconnect and relocate cable outlets
• Repair or replace faulty cables, power suppliers and amplifiers
• Adjust, align, replace or repair electronic equipment and assemblies
• Utilize hand and power tools
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Measure and mark guidelines to be used for installations
• Inspect and test electronic equipment and assemblies
• Diagnose and locate circuit, component and equipment faults
• Determine layout and installation procedures
• Complete work orders, test and maintenance reports
• Prepare cost estimates
• Load and unload trucks with supplies and equipment

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Community Antenna Television Technician Trade Certification
• A+ Certification
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course

Experience and specialization

Type of service and repair

• Photocopiers
• Computers and peripherals
• Alarm/security system

Computer and technology knowledge

• Trunking system
• Computerized testing system

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence
• Willing to travel

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Safety equipment/gear
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Cellular phone

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan