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Apply By: Monday, February 2, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Telecommunication Project Technician

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Job ID:

240165

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Provincial Services Division - Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services

City:

Dryden, Sault Ste Marie, South Porcupine, Sudbury, Thunder Bay

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 9 months, with the possibility of extension

Job code:

16770 - Communications Technician 1

Salary:

$978.97 - $1,154.16 Per week
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.


Are you looking for a demanding, challenging and exciting career opportunity? If so, bring your knowledge of telecommunications to the Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services.



The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.



We offer:

a defined benefit pension plan comprehensive health plan life and disability insurance collegial and professional work culture career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas on-the-job training to support your success in the role

About the job

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In this role, you will:



provide field level telecommunications services as required on project fire and other emergency situations ensure specialized telecommunications equipment is serviceable and ready for deployment conduct site inspections and audits complete minor maintenance at sites and/or arrange for maintenance to be completed maintain records related to maintenance, tower locations and related instruments provide assistance to field units as single point of contact for telecommunications issues and concerns provide training to staff on use of radios and specialized equipment


Note: This position will require travel and work in any area of the Province and/or Canada when necessary.

What you bring to the team

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Mandatory requirements:

You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired. You have the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds from the ground to shoulder height unassisted. You have the ability to work for extended periods of time in adverse weather conditions. You are willing and able to fly as a passenger in helicopters and small aircraft, including the ability to meet all of the current requirements of air travel in Canada.
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Technical knowledge:

You have the ability to interpret and apply acts, regulations, policies and procedures (e.g. Request for Service, Fire Operations Plan) to provide technical advice, monitor compliance, recommend controls and purchase services/equipment/supplies. You have proven knowledge of electronics and troubleshooting techniques to modify, repair or install radio equipment. You have proficiency with spreadsheet software (e.g. Excel) to collect, analyze data, prepare spreadsheets, input and retrieve data. You have the ability to utilize a wide range of technical instrumentation including digital cameras, scanners, GPS and low band radios.
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Analytical, planning and coordinating skills:

You have analytical and evaluation skills to formulate field plans, assess new equipment and technologies for operational use and to assess operations plans and procedures. You have well developed planning and coordinating skills to prepare and revise daily plans under changing escalating conditions, coordinate the deployment of materials, staff and equipment, and provide input into operational plans.
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Interpersonal and communication skills:

You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to provide direction to staff and contractors. You have written communication skills to prepare reports and correspondence.

Don't meet every qualification?

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If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

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We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.



Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.



Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives accessibility Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information:

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Apply by:

Monday, February 2, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Position details:

1 English Temporary, duration up to 9 months, 95 Ghost Lake Rd, Dryden, North Region or 1580 Arthur St W, Thunder Bay, North Region or 5520 Hwy 101 E, South Porcupine, North Region or 6150 Skyline Dr, Sudbury, North Region or 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 4

Category:

Maintenance and Trades

Posted on:

Monday, January 19, 2026

Note:

N-NR-240165/26(2)

How to apply:

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You must apply online.

Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

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Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matiere de langue et evaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichees en francais et en anglais. Consultez la section Langue du ou des postes en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaitre les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont evalues en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/francais), vous devrez egalement passer un test de competences linguistiques en francais.

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