Junior Field Technician- Communication Utilities

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Location: RedDeer/Edmonton, AB

Reports to: Design Manager

Job Listing#AB202131

Application Deadline: - Jan 15, 2022

In this role, you will be working under the direct supervision of the Design Manager to complete various tasks related to Telecommunication Outside Plant Engineering. Your primary responsibility will be to work outdoors to gather detailed electric utility line information and other relevant utility pole attachment information in various municipalities across Canada. It will enable you to follow a standardized collection protocol, information will be entered into the recording instrument. This opportunity will allow you to establish a real-world understanding of shallow and deep utility rules and regulations, and help you familiarize yourself with the industry standard and procedures. Fusiontel Inc. will also require the selected candidate to have strong verbal and written communication skills, be willing to travel 80% of the time, ability to work as a team player, be ready to take initiative and have excellent planning and organizing skills.

You will help to complete the project lifecycle

· Conduct a route or site walk to collect data of all surface features of aerial and underground utility data necessary to support the preparation of the drawings and analysis that are complete and suitable for submission to local bodies

· Perform a visual inspection of overhead and underground facilities and equipment to compile field data collection, minor work order preparation, and maintenance reports of equipment.

· Perform field data collection utilizing a laptop computer, tablet device, GPS, and other electronic devices to collect data for input into database software as necessary.

· Develop a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), electric utility construction standards, and telephone, cable and other communication facilities

· Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, inspect and perform maintenance etc.

· Taking initial steps that include understanding which geographical area is being surveyed and utilizing GPS coordinates to locate utility poles

· Maintain the recording instrument to ensure accurate and reliable data collection

· Clearly communicate with clients and project stakeholders to identify project risks and expectations.

· Occasional off-site meetings, site visits, and field inspections.

Travel and Outdoor requirement

• Travelling is an integral part of the job and requires candidates to be able to travel throughout Canada ( mostly within Alberta) and be able to work in 15 days rotation.
• Candidate must be willing to work in the cold or hot weather

Required skills to qualify

A. Experience to work in a utility environment or transferable skills to adapt to a utility environment.

B. Demonstrate proficiency in field data collection procedures

C. Analytical competence to interact with a variety of individuals including engineers, clients and experienced Distribution System Designers

D. Has a valid Class 5 driver’s license

Good-to-haves

Knowledge of pole loading software a BIG PLUS but not required

Knowledge of GIS and Surveying will be considered as an asset

Experience in AC/DC power

Understanding of easements and right-of-way

Knowledge of municipal permits, shallow and deep utility clearances

Knowledge of health & environmental safety requirements on the site under construction

Must be a self-starter able to work with others and to handle multiple tasks

Job Type: - Contractor Position

License: Class 5 (Required)

Status in Canada: Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or valid work permit

About Fusiontel Inc.

Fusiontel is Canada’s utility contractor to provide outstanding Design, Install, and Repair services. Our prime focus of industry is telecommunication with a vision to become all utility design provider. Our objective to focus on customers has given us the ability to deliver projects on time, and enable us to tailor each design according to customer’s requirements. Within Fusiontel we believe in working as a part of Community rather than a Team. A team is held together by “task”, a community is held together by “values”. If you want to become part of a forward-thinking team, want to strengthen your abilities to find opportunities where others see obstacles, we would like to welcome you to our community.

Contract length: 6 months

Part-time hours: 30 per week

Application Deadline: 2022-01-31

Expected Start Date: 2022-01-10

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract

Salary: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Application question(s):

• Do you have entry-level knowledge of Survey and GIS?
• Do you have knowledge on collecting field data for utility poles
• Are you willing to travel far from home for multiple days in a week
• Do you have ability to work outdoor and can withstand the cold

Experience:

• telecommunication: 1 year (preferred)

Work remotely:

• No