Copper & Fibre Cable Technician

Ledcor • Milton, ON

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Copper & Fibre Cable Technician with a strong background in outside plant (OSP) telecommunications. This role involves diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing fibre optic and copper network issues to ensure the reliability of critical telecommunications infrastructure. The ideal candidate is confident using industry-standard testing and locating equipment, works safely and independently in the field, and takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of telecommunications field experience.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and fault finding on fibre optic and copper networks.
• Experience with fibre splicing.
• Experience working on outside plant (OSP) telecommunications infrastructure, including underground and aerial networks.
• Experience using cable locating equipment, EXFO test equipment, OTDRs, power meters, and fibre inspection and testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret cable records, utility drawings, and network documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation and work overtime as required.
• Must hold a valid driver's licence appropriate for the vehicle being operated and be able to provide a clean driver's abstract.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot fibre optic and copper network faults.
• Perform fault finding on underground and aerial telecommunications infrastructure.
• Locate and trace buried telecommunications facilities using cable locating equipment.
• Conduct copper and fibre testing using EXFO equipment, including OTDR and power meter testing.
• Complete continuity, loss, and performance testing of fibre optic cables.
• Identify damaged cables, splices, ducts, and other network components.
• Perform emergency repairs and service restoration to minimize network interruptions.
• Read and interpret network drawings, cable records, and utility maps.
• Accurately document completed work, test results, and repairs.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and testing equipment.
• Follow all company safety policies, customer requirements, and industry standards.

Benefits

• Extended health
• Dental
• Vision care
• Disability
• Life insurance coverage
• Access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program
• Competitive retirement package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed