line technician, telecommunications
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About the role
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Outdoors. At heights. Confined spaces. Underground. Work setting: Installation. Urban area. Maintenance. Rural area. Repair. Telecommunications company. Tasks: Install and maintain aerial and underground telephone equipment. Read blueprints to determine work requirements . Install trunking systems, circuits and equipment. Instruct apprentices. Determine nature, cause and location of trouble. Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures. Maintain and repair aerial and underground transmission systems. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Willing to travel. Travel expenses paid by employer. Willing to travel for extended periods. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Tight deadlines. Attention to detail. Repetitive tasks. Handling heavy loads. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Physically demanding. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Manual dexterity. Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Personal suitability: Flexibility. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Initiative. Team player. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Morning. Experience: Experience an asset. Employment terms options: Day. Weekend. Overtime required. Overtime available. Workplace information: On the road job. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: Group insurance benefits. Life insurance. Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).