Field Service Technician, Bell MTS

Position Summary

The Technician is responsible for providing installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of outside plant, voice, data, xDSL, IP, UTV, FiON and audio/video equipment on residential and business customer premises or within the MTS network.

NOTE: Non-standard hours of work including evenings and weekends

Note: Employees requesting a lateral move (other than moves into, out of, and within northern region), will be required to assume their own relocation expenses. A minimum commitment of 3 years northern service will be required of any applicant to northern region postings before the applicant will be considered for a lateral transfer out of the region.

Primary Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Communication Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology or Electronic Engineering Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of copper and FiON based network telecommunications equipment
• Experience in and knowledge of IP networks, equipment and protocols
• Meet the physical requirements of the position including pole climbing, lifting, carrying, climbing and working aloft
• Willing to work in confined areas and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Willing to complete various security clearance levels to meet customer business requirements
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and statutory holidays
• Possess a valid Manitoba driver's license and be willing to travel throughout the province by vehicle, boat, airplane, helicopter, fixed wing plane, ATV and snowmobile
• Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision, with willingness to work independently in remote locations for extended periods of time

Preferred Qualifications

• PBX Installation and Repair experience with any of the following products: Avaya Aura(RED) or IP Office; Meridian Option 11, 51, 61, 81 or CS1000; Norstar/BCM Series; Mitel 200 or 3300; Panasonic TDA30, TDE100, TDE200 TDE600, NCP 500, NS700, or NS1000; Cisco Communications Manager, Centrex or Hosted IP Telephony
• Experience and/or knowledge in Test Equipment & Testing Principles (OTDR, Light source & Power meter, EXFO MAXTESTER, 3M DYNATEL 2273 Cable Locator)