cable repairer, telecommunications

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

• Installation
• Rural area
• Repair
• Various locations
• Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment
• Install and maintain aerial and underground telephone equipment
• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• Repair cable signals
• Test equipment to locate transmission faults
• Connect, disconnect and relocate cable outlets
• Install cable modems and software to enable Internet access
• Maintain and repair aerial and underground transmission systems
• Repair or replace faulty cables, power suppliers and amplifiers
• Repair or replace defective telephone equipment

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Transportation provided by employer