Splicing Foreperson - Telecom Construction

Ledcor • Cornwall, ON

1d • CA$37 - CA$44 • Onsite

About The Position

You are an experienced Splicing Foreperson with extensive fibre optic splicing and testing expertise combined with strong leadership skills. You will lead and support a team of Fibre Optic Splicers and Technicians on Outside Plant (OSP) construction projects, ensuring all fibre installations, splicing, testing, and commissioning activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Working independently or as part of a larger construction team, you will oversee daily field operations, coordinate project activities, manage quality control, and provide technical guidance to field crews while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Learn more about working at Ledcor: Watch here Apply today and build your career with Ledcor Technical Services, helping deliver the infrastructure that connects communities, businesses, and people across Canada.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Fibre Optic Splicing experience.
• 2+ years of leadership, Foreperson, Lead Hand, or crew supervision experience.
• Strong knowledge of Outside Plant (OSP) construction practices and fibre optic network infrastructure.
• Extensive experience with fibre testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications construction standards and customer specifications.
• Experience leading crews and coordinating multiple work activities simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret fibre schematics, utility drawings, construction plans, and splice diagrams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid provincial driver's license and a clean driver's abstract.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with telecommunications providers and construction practices within the Ontario market is considered an asset.
• Pole climbing experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise Fibre Optic Splicers and Technicians in aerial, buried, and building applications.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily splicing and testing activities across multiple project locations.
• Perform advanced fibre optic splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning work when required.
• Review project drawings, splice schematics, utility plans, and customer specifications to ensure accurate execution.
• Analyze and troubleshoot fibre network issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all work meets customer standards, quality requirements, and Ledcor construction practices.
• Conduct field quality inspections and maintain accurate project documentation, redlines, testing records, and production reports.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Supervisors, subcontractors, and customers to support project delivery.
• Manage crew productivity, scheduling, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Support inventory management and ensure proper maintenance and calibration of fibre testing equipment.
• Lead daily tailboards and ensure compliance with Ledcor HS&E policies, OH&S regulations, and customer safety requirements.
• Complete administrative responsibilities including timesheets, production tracking, permits, and daily reporting.
• Assist with training and development of junior splicers and new employees.

Benefits

• Extended health and 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