lineman-technician/linewoman-technician - telecommunications

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights

Work setting

• Installation
• Urban area
• Maintenance
• Rural area
• Repair
• Telecommunications company

Tasks

• Install and maintain aerial and underground telephone equipment
• Install trunking systems, circuits and equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures
• Inspect and test trunking systems

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)