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Fiber Splicing Technician

Ontario, Canada

Job Description

A Fiber Optic OSP & Splicing Technician will perform cable splicing in the air, underground,  indoors and outdoors. This position sometimes requires overnight work during consumer non-peak usage hours (Midnight to 7am) along with shared weekend on-call status for emergency restoration. Applicants should have experience working with Core Alignment Single Fiber Splicers and well as Ribbon Splicers. An ability to read prints and understand engineering documents is required.

We're looking for a skilled technician who takes pride in precision workmanship and has hands-on experience with single fiber and ribbon splicing, OTDR testing, troubleshooting, and OSP fiber networks.

 

About the Job

Location: Ontario – travel required 

Reports to: Fibre Division Manager 

Salary Range/based on experience: $30.00 to $40.00 

Benefits: Extended Health and Dental premiums paid by Employer 

  • Matched RSP Program available  

Training : Paid Training  

Vacancies available: 1 

 

Work Environment 

While performing this job, the employee may be occasionally required to stand, walk handle or operate object, tools or controls. Often work will be performed near busy highways and streets Work may be performed in a confined splice trailer or in an outdoor environment. 

What We Offer 

  • Competitive compensation 
  • Comprehensive benefits package 
  • Training and career advancement opportunities 
  • Safe and supportive work environment 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. 

We use AI in our hiring process. AI tools may be used during resume screening and assessment. 

Responsibilities

  • Fusion splice loose tube and ribbon fiber optic cable in the outside plant & buildings.
  • Experience performing ring-cuts, mid-span entrances, buffer tube splitting and other fiber optic splicing operations. 
  • Install fiber optic enclosures, electronics, and other network equipment.
  • Install, troubleshoot, and maintain fiber optic system.
  • Route, splice and/or terminate fiber in equipment racks at central offices, hub sites or inside of buildings. 
  • Deploys back-up power generators at remote sites
  • Performs Preventive Maintenance on all network transport & power equipment
  • Operate aerial lift and other related equipment to perform job functions
  • Read design maps, fiber schematics and basic electronic designs
  • Accurately complete all required company documentation for each assignment according to established company standards and procedures (i.e. timesheet, truck report, expense report) 
  • Works OT, on-call rotations, weekends, and holidays as needed to meet support and project requirements. 
  • Required to be on-call for emergency restoration
  • Perform routine construction work such as fiber locates, pulling rope/cables, climbing ladders, using hand tools, digging with a shovel, etc. 
  • Perform work in a safe manner and comply with all established company safety policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties and tasks as assigned in order to help team complete a project

Qualifications

Required 

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience splicing all types of fiber optic cables
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience working in a bucket truck at heights in excess of 30-40 ft.
  • Proficiency using related splicing equipment including fusion splicers, OTDR, optical power meters, fiber identifiers and all related splicing tools
  • Ability to distinguish between colors
  • Experience reading design maps, fiber schematics and basic electronic designs
  • Must possess exceptional organizational skills and be detailed oriented
  • Must be able to occasionally move materials/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic that can provide high productivity with minimal supervision 

 

Preferred Education and Experience 

5+ years of experience splicing all types of fiber optic cables 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications 

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record 

Ability to pass a criminal background screen and drug test 

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