Job Description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.




At Aecon, you can count on:

Safety Always.

Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.

Integrity.

We lead by example, with humility and courage.

Accountability.

We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.

Inclusion.

We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.



We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:


Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to

support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Believe in helping you build your career through our

Aecon University and Leadership Programs.

Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our

Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs

, and our

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon. Are a

leader in sustainable construction

. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by

minimizing our impact

on the environment and surrounding communities.



Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We're always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!





Reporting to the Superintendent, the Cable Repair Technician will be responsible to maintain, tests, troubleshoots, and complete repair ticket orders in association with the feed and distribution network.

What You'll Do Here:

Splicing, testing, and troubleshooting of infrastructure, Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) or customer builds Expertise in isolating fibre and copper troubles in the feed or distribution network Retrofitting of various types of aerial, underground or buried closures Adding new cables into existing splices Transferring cable pairs (Including special circuits) Opening and accessing lead sleeve closures Splicing various types of terminals such as pole mount, wall mount, buried or building Hands on experience with HDSL, LD1 and load coils in an active network Placing or removal of air pressure devices Transferring and moving of working miscellaneous network devices Copper splicing from with colour coded PIC cable as large as 3600 pair Knowledge of electrical protection requirements, including bonding and grounding The installation of various industry splice closures such as PLP, cold-n-close and aerial SLIC Terminals Placing or removing drop wires or NEZ wire Testing and verifying copper pairs with multiple test sets to identify troubles and confirm continuity or troubles such as grounds, sort circuits, or opens Experience splicing in the following environments: Aerial Buried Building or phone rooms Underground

What You Bring to the Team:

Minimum 3 years' experience in the telecommunications, utility, construction, or maintenance Knowledge of work area protection and safe work practices Electrical Safety Awareness Working knowledge of Bell/MTS copper and fibre plant Understanding of repair tickets associated with Bell/MTS Working at heights Familiar with working in confined spaces or manholes Self-motivated with good organizational skills and attention to detail Adaptable to flexible work schedule such as nights when required to meet deadlines Ability to work with others as a team Ability to problem solve and work independently Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to communicate respectfully with employees, visitors, and customers Ability to prioritize tasks multiple tasks to ensure customer due dates are met Valid class G driver's license Experience working in a live copper and fibre network Experience chasing highspeed copper issues Experience managing section throws, bridging of cable, cut-overs or line transfers Understanding of a 3M APIC machine



Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.


We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.