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The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Network Technician you will ensure that infrastructure is installed, tested, secured and maintains in accordance with corporate architecture standards and procedures. Primary duties include:

• Install and terminate fibre optic and copper communication cables.
• Produce as-built drawings of new and exiting installations.
• Enter fibre optic and shallow utility infrastructure into General Electric (GE) Smallworld asset management software.
• Create, test and troubleshoot Fibre alignments, generate reports and label accordingly.
• Participate in evaluating and deploying fibre optic and copper transmission technologies.
• Provide network maintenance and support, including vendor management and contract administration, problem resolution, reporting and routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• A completed 2 year diploma in Telecommunications, Electronics, Networking, Engineering or a related field with at least 3 years of experience including fibre optic cabling installation, testing, troubleshooting, and/or shallow utility experience.
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending OR a valid Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
• Experience working in a support role within a complex data network environment is an asset.
• Knowledge and/or experience with construction practices, health and safety protocols, wired and wireless networks (including network management and analysis tools, routing protocols, and network equipment such as switches, routers, and firewalls) will also be considered assets.
• You have excellent technical, analytical, planning and organizational skills.
• Exceptional communications and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as an effective team member.

Working Conditions

You will be required to work in a variety of conditions including confined spaces such as manholes and pullboxes. Work may involve awkward positions requiring coordination of movement and heavy lifting.

Pre-employment Requirements

• A security clearance will be conducted.
• Must obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.