MKV Technical Services Looking for Fibre Optic Splicer – Trainee at Edmonton, AB Full Time

We are looking for a Fibre Optic Splicer Trainee. The Fibre Optic Splicer Trainee will need to be involved in all aspects of ISP/ISW and OSP projects and be willing to work in various environments ranging from Multi Dwelling Units (MDUs) to manholes and construction zones.

The Fibre Optic Splicer Trainee with be taught to:

• Install/Pull-In various types of fibre optic cabling in both ISP and OSP environments which may or may not include conduit, cable tray, open air plenum or underground duct systems
• Prep various types of dielectric and non-dielectric fibre optic cabling (wet and dry) into various FOSC’s and or patch panel/splice cabinet product lines
• Build CommScope & AFL branded FOSCs
• Splice tight buffer and loose tube fibres in both single fibre and ribbon configurations
• Read/Analyze construction blue prints, design packages and splicing designation sheets
• Operate test equipment and analyze test results from OTDR’s and Power Meter’s
• Troubleshoot and repair issues

• Complete as-built/red-line and test reports

Qualifications & abilities:

• Honest
• Punctual
• Self starter with the ability to take direction and learn new skills
• Physically fit with the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Physically able to perform job duties in all weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail
• Maintain a safe and harassment free work environment
• Maintain detailed site records
• Ability to comply with specified policies and procedures for both company and customer
• Ability to work at heights
• Microsoft Office knowledge
• Ability to work in Edmonton, Calgary, and the surrounding areas for day jobs and over night
• Must have valid drivers license (Drivers Abstract Required) and clean security check
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, evenings and emergency call-outs
• Ability to work with and manage contractors and company team members

Negotiable based on experience and skill level

• Position subject to a 3 month probationary period

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Must be doubled vaccinated for entering testing premises

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

Expected start date: 2022-05-30