Cable Technicians are employees engaged in the construction, termination, repair, splicing and maintenance of aerial, underground, and submarine cable and related equipment.

Education Requirements:

Successful completion of an electrical/electronic engineering technology program at a recognized technical training institute or a university science degree in engineering or other relevant field.

OR

A 2 or 3 year Certificate/Diploma in an Information Technology program.

OR

A Certified Linesman course.

Ability Requirements of the Position

Physical:

• Climb poles on a daily basis (using ladders, spurs and other tools)
• Good colour vision
• Lift heavy equipment
• Work effectively aloft
• Work in confined spaces

Skills/Knowledge:

• Communications skills - verbal and written
• Computer skills - Email: Outlook and MSN, Intranet/Internet, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
• Customer service skills
• Dealing with ambiguity
• Problem solving skills

Other:

• Flying in helicopters and fixed wing aircraft to remote locations and oil rigs may be required
• Travel using various modes of transportation in all kinds of weather
• Valid Driver's License

Bilingualism is an asset (English and French); adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.