communication systems technician
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma.
Work site environment:
- Outdoors.
- At heights.
- Work setting: Installation.
- Maintenance.
- Rural area.
- Various locations.
- Repair.
- Service.
- Residential.
Tasks:
- Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment.
- Diagnose and locate equipment faults, and adjust, replace or repair telecommunications equipment.
- Determine nature, cause and location of trouble.
- Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures.
- Install cable modems and software to enable Internet access.
Area of specialization:
Switch network installation and repair. Telecommunications equipment.
Security and safety:
- Bondable.
- Basic security clearance.
- Criminal record check.
- Driver's validity licence check.
Transportation/travel information:
Valid driver's licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment.
- Tight deadlines.
- Attention to detail.
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
- Manual dexterity.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Own tools/equipment:
- Tools.
- Safety equipment/gear.
- Steel-toed safety boots.
- Hard hat.
- Safety glasses/goggles.
Screening questions:
Do you have experience working in this field?.
Experience:
2 years to less than 3 years.
Employment terms options:
- Day.
- Weekend.
Health benefits:
Health care plan.