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Canadian Armed Forces

LINE TECHNICIAN

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$4.3K - CA$6.4K/mo

Telecommunications Rigger * Telecommunications Designer * Project Manager To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: * Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada; * Be at least ...

Canadian Armed Forces

LINE TECHNICIAN

Mississauga, ON

CA$4.3K - CA$6.4K/mo

Line Installer-Repairer Technician Telecommunications Rigger Telecommunications Designer Project Manager To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must: Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident ...

CRH

433A Millwright

Milton, ON

CA$44.23/hr

Discounts on gym membership, telecommunications and home and auto insurance Join our team as a ... Hoisting and Rigging knowledge (considered strong asset) * Ability to read and interpret blueprints ...

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How much do telecommunications rigger jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for telecommunications rigger in Ontario is $52,942.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a telecommunications rigger?

A Telecommunications Rigger is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications equipment on towers, rooftops, and other structures. They work with antennas, cables, and other hardware to ensure strong network connectivity. The role requires working at heights, following safety protocols, and using specialized tools. Riggers often collaborate with engineers and technicians to upgrade or expand network infrastructure. This job demands physical fitness, technical skills, and compliance with industry safety standards.

What is the typical work environment like for a telecommunications rigger?

Telecommunications Riggers usually work outdoors on a variety of sites, including cell towers, rooftops, and masts, sometimes at significant heights or in remote locations. The role typically involves collaborating closely with a team of riggers, technicians, and site supervisors to install, maintain, or upgrade telecommunications equipment. Shifts can include irregular hours or travel, depending on project locations and deadlines. Although the work can be physically demanding and weather-dependent, it offers the opportunity to work on pioneering technology and make a tangible impact on communications infrastructure.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a telecommunications rigger?

To thrive as a Telecommunications Rigger, you need practical knowledge of rigging techniques, familiarity with telecommunications infrastructure, and a solid understanding of safety regulations, often supported by relevant trade qualifications or certifications. Experience operating climbing and lifting equipment, using RF meters, and completion of safety certifications such as Working at Heights or Tower Rescue is common. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication help ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently. These skills are vital because the work often involves physically demanding and high-risk tasks performed in dynamic environments where precision and safety are critical.

What does a telecommunications rigger do?

A telecommunications rigger installs, maintains, and repairs communication equipment such as fiber optic cables, antennas, and satellite dishes. They work at heights or in confined spaces, often using tools like cranes and lifts, and typically require safety certifications and technical skills to ensure proper setup and operation of communication systems.
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LINE TECHNICIAN

Canadian Armed Forces

Mississauga, ON • On-site

CA$4.3K - CA$6.4K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Do you enjoy tackling technical challenges in the outdoors? As a Line Technician in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), you’ll work on wired and wireless communications systems, keeping CAF operations connected around the world.

This position is available full-time or part-time.

Pay & Benefits

The CAF offers a range of benefits to ensure members are well supported. These include:

  • Competitive salary starting from $4,337 - $6,413/month for new recruits who join the Regular Force under the Direct Entry plan
  • New pay increases: earn more from the start
  • Recruiting allowance of up to $50,000 paid in installments at key service milestones
  • Training opportunities
  • Vacation, parental, and other types of paid leave
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Counseling, and relocation support services
  • Pension plan
  • Stimulating workplace that promotes respect, belonging, and work-life balance

Overview

Line Technicians expertly install, remove, maintain, and repair leading edge communications infrastructure such as:

  • Interior structured cable systems, consisting of copper cables, fibre optic cables, and supporting infrastructure
  • The integration of radio, satellite, and microwave broadband equipment and infrastructure into wired networks
  • Communications towers and antennas
  • Fibre optic and copper cable distribution and supporting infrastructure in buildings and military bases

You will find a comprehensive list of the primary duties on the forces.ca website.

This position is similar to the following:

  • Line Installer-Repairer Technician
  • Telecommunications Rigger
  • Telecommunications Designer
  • Project Manager

To be eligible to apply to the CAF, you must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Canada;
  • Be at least 18 years old (17 years old with parental consent), except:
    • For the Paid Education programs, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent);
    • For the Primary Reserve, you may be 16 years old (with parental consent) and must be enrolled as a full-time student;
  • Have completed at least Grade 10 or Secondary IV in Québec (some jobs need higher levels of education).

Required Education

The minimum required education to apply for this occupation is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec including Grade 10 Applied Math or Math 416 in Quebec.

Foreign education may be accepted.

Direct Entry Plan

No previous work experience or career related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help you decide if your personal interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation.

Join the CAF

To learn more about becoming a Line Technician, visit www.forces.ca, talk to a recruiter at a centre near you: www.forces.ca/en/find-a-recruiting-centre or call 1-800-856-8488.

Explore over 100 different career opportunities at www.forces.ca/en/careers.

Job Type: Full-time – Part-time

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