Technician, Telecommunications in Ontario

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