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You are an experienced Splicing Foreperson with extensive fibre optic splicing and testing expertise combined with strong leadership skills. You will lead and support a team of Fibre Optic Splicers and Technicians on Outside Plant (OSP) construction projects, ensuring all fibre installations, splicing, testing, and commissioning activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Working independently or as part of a larger construction team, you will oversee daily field operations, coordinate project activities, manage quality control, and provide technical guidance to field crews while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

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Essential Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise Fibre Optic Splicers and Technicians in aerial, buried, and building applications.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily splicing and testing activities across multiple project locations.
• Perform advanced fibre optic splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning work when required.
• Review project drawings, splice schematics, utility plans, and customer specifications to ensure accurate execution.
• Analyze and troubleshoot fibre network issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all work meets customer standards, quality requirements, and Ledcor construction practices.
• Conduct field quality inspections and maintain accurate project documentation, redlines, testing records, and production reports.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Supervisors, subcontractors, and customers to support project delivery.
• Manage crew productivity, scheduling, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Support inventory management and ensure proper maintenance and calibration of fibre testing equipment.
• Lead daily tailboards and ensure compliance with Ledcor HS&E policies, OH&S regulations, and customer safety requirements.
• Complete administrative responsibilities including timesheets, production tracking, permits, and daily reporting.
• Assist with training and development of junior splicers and new employees.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Fibre Optic Splicing experience.
• 2+ years of leadership, Foreperson, Lead Hand, or crew supervision experience.
• Strong knowledge of Outside Plant (OSP) construction practices and fibre optic network infrastructure.
• Extensive experience with fibre testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications construction standards and customer specifications.
• Experience leading crews and coordinating multiple work activities simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret fibre schematics, utility drawings, construction plans, and splice diagrams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with telecommunications providers and construction practices within the Ontario market is considered an asset.

• Must possess and maintain a valid provincial driver's license and a clean driver's abstract
• Pole climbing experience is considered an asset.

Work Conditions

• Work primarily outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Frequent travel throughout Ontario and occasional out-of-town assignments may be required.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Compensation

$37.41 - $43.66 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.

Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.