cable installer - telecommunications

Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 3 years to less than 5 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Inspect and test cable signals and associated equipment Inspect trunking systems Install and maintain aerial and underground telephone equipment Read blueprints to determine work requirements Repair cable signals Test trunking systems Test equipment to locate transmission faults Install trunking systems, circuits and equipment Instruct apprentices Complete and maintain test and service reports Determine nature, cause and location of trouble Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures Connect, disconnect and relocate cable outlets Determine work assignments 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 Splice, join and connect wires Repair or replace defective telephone equipment Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Tight deadlines Attention to detail Repetitive tasks Handling heavy loads Combination of sitting, standing, walking Physically demanding Bending, crouching, kneeling Personal suitability Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Initiative Team player