Location: Grande Prairie, AB
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Job Summary
The Telecommunications Field Technician is responsible for testing, maintenance, repair, and servicing of various types of radio and wireless equipment, and servicing/construction of telecom towers.
Key responsibilities
- Running splicing, testing, and troubleshooting of cat5, cat6, coax, fiber.
- Conducting regular inspections, locating, and repairing defects.
- Keeping work sites organized and properly labeled.
- Comfortable with low voltage DC power.
- Familiar with general grounding practices.
- Conduit installation for both PVC and EMT.
- Maintaining documentation of completed work. Ability to read schematics and markup drawings.
- Adhering to all safety measures, including field assessment, toolbox meetings, PPE, and any other requirements by 3CIS, client and regulations.
- Stay current on technical knowledge of IP networks, wireless communications, and any other industry specific requirements.
- Maintain all the required certifications which may include but are not limited to tower climbing, rigging, high angle rescue, and any other required technical, installation, safety, and manufacturer certifications.
- Must be willing to travel to various locations in and out of province, with overnight stay.
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2+ years of experience in telecommunications.
- Experienced with general construction practices – drilling, screws, bolts, Unistrut, clamps.
- Rock climbing or experience working at heights is an asset.
- Electrical experience a definite asset.
- Manual dexterity and attention to detail.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel in and outside of the province.
Personal Attributes
- Positive attitude, ability to work with others, and willingness to learn.
This is a safety sensitive position. Pre-employment A&D test will be required as well as a valid Class 5 driver’s license. Applications are welcome at HR@3CIS.com with “Telecommunications Technician” in the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you!
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted