Structured Wiring Technician

VistaCare Communications -
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Class 5 Licence
Supervising experience
Telecommunication

Full job description

Halifax, NS

VistaCare Communications is a leading technology solutions provider for a wide range of businesses and organizations. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Structured Wiring Technician to join our Halifax, NS operations for permanent, full-time position. Structured Wiring Technicians are involved in all facets of maintaining a cable system from installing, repairing, programming, through to upgrading cable infrastructure.

This position may require out of town travel on occasion. Company paid travel and accommodations are provided.

Duties & Responsibilities

Maintain cable systems by installing, repairing, programming, and upgrading cable infrastructure
Run new cabling in new or existing buildings
Responsible for the termination and testing of new cabling
Perform major and minor preventive maintenance and repairs by troubleshooting cabling system issues
Set up new telecommunications frames
Understand, adhere to, and promote environmental, health & safety practices
Assist co-workers with installation and routine maintenance of structured cabling systems

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to test, analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues
Ability to manage workload and to ensure jobs are completed on time and on budget
Job planning skills according to desired timelines, including the dissection of blueprints
Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Ability to work in all weather conditions, confined spaces, isolation
Ability to work in a physically demanding atmosphere including, but is not limited to: carry, raise and climb a ladder, carry, lift and handle heavy equipment and/or tooling.
Self-disciplined, motivated and organized

Additional Requirements

Valid Class 5 driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on emergency call outs as required
Willingness to travel would be beneficial as travel options may arise for future projects
The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check

Experience Required

Preference will be given to those with Structured Wiring and fibre optic splicing experience
Supervisory or team lead experience is considered an asset

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with experience and skill level
Weekly Pay
Group Benefits Package - 50% of Benefit Premiums paid for by the Company (Life Insurance, Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability etc.)
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
Employee Discounts
Employee Referral Bonus
Company-Matched RRSP

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