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Submitted: 2022-07-27
Job Title: Cable Technician - Entry Level
Company: VistaCare Communications
Location: Chatham, ON
Description:
VistaCare Communications is a leading technology solutions provider for a wide range of businesses and organizations. We are currently seeking an entry level MDU Cable Technicians for permanent, full-time positions based out of Chatham/ Kingsville/ Leamington areas in Ontario.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Installation of fibre optic cables in new and existing buildings;
Demonstrates the ability to identify and document all cables and equipment appropriately;
Safe and efficient utilization of hand and portable tools in an indoor/outdoor environment;
Ability to drill all building types and install: raceway, EMT, PVC or micro duct;
Ability to work with single mode fibre as per manufacturer/customer standards;
Knowledge of building and electrical code;
Ability to read blueprints and building plans and document daily records, reports and hours worked;
Perform fibre optic testing (OTDR/power meter) and accurately record test results;
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment;
Effective listening, teamwork, and writing abilities;
Understand, adhere to, and promote environmental, health & safety practices.

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.

Experience Required:
No experience required.

Additional Requirements:
Valid driver’s license and reasonable driver abstract;
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on emergency call outs as required;
Ability to travel will be required;
The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check.

Compensation and Benefits:
Salary range of $16/h - $18/h (Compensation based on experience and skill level);
50% employer paid comprehensive group benefits (health, dental, vision, insurance);
Group Life Insurance;
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
Employee Referral Program;
Company discounts;
Company-Matched RRSP.
Paid work travel/Accommodations and Per Diem;
Paid training;