Telecommunications Aerial Field Tech- Rigger $22 - $41 per hour - Calgary or Spruce Grove, AB
Are you a mechanically inclined professional who thrives working outdoors and excels at high-elevation technical work?
Do you have experience with fiber systems, antenna modifications, or interpreting engineered telecom drawings?
Are you looking for a role that offers nationwide travel and a clear path to build a long-term career in telecommunications?
Are you a safety-focused individual with a strong work ethic who takes pride in keeping critical communication networks running?
If so, we’d love to hear from you! Our client, a leader in telecommunications infrastructure, is looking for dependable Aerial Field Technicians based out of Spruce Grove or Calgary, AB. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who enjoy working at heights, tackling complex technical challenges, and traveling across the province and country.
As an Aerial Field Technician, you will work closely with your Foreman and team to perform essential tower installations, antenna modifications, and routine maintenance across various cell sites.
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Spruce Grove / Calgary, AB (Extensive travel required)
Schedule: Full-time hours (Shift schedules dependent on field projects)
Environment: Outdoor / High-Elevation Telecommunications Sites
Wage: $22-$41 per hour based on experience (Weekly Pay)
Advantages
Competitive Pay: $27.00 – $41.00/hr (Spruce Grove) $22.00 – $41.00/hr (Calgary) depending on experience.
Weekly Pay & Overtime: Get paid weekly, with overtime (OT) rates kicking in after 8 hours daily.
Travel Allowance: ~$200/day LOA (Living Out Allowance) provided while traveling on the road.
Boot Allowance: $200 boot allowance included.
Comprehensive Benefits (after 6 months): Full health coverage and RRSP matching.
Equal Opportunity Workplace: Join a supportive, safety-first culture that recognizes and rewards hard work.
Responsibilities
Perform tower and cell-site installation, routine maintenance, and equipment upgrades.
Handle antenna modifications and additions safely at extreme heights.
Repair or replace defective equipment located on communication towers.
Perform diagnostic tests on tower equipment to locate and resolve transmission faults.
Interpret engineered drawings, as well as fiber and DC electrical schematics.
Work safely outdoors in varying weather conditions while adhering strictly to safety protocols.
Travel extensively throughout the province and across Canada as project needs require.
Qualifications
Experience: Minimum 2 years of basic construction experience and hands-on tool manipulation.
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of OTDR test equipment and fiber fusion.
Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings, fiber, and DC schematics.
Telecom troubleshooting experience is a strong asset (preferred, not required).
Physical & Environmental: Good physical condition, comfortable working at high elevations, and willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Requirements & Compliance:
Valid Canadian Driver’s License with a clean driver's abstract.
Clean criminal record check.
Must pass Drug & Alcohol (D&A) testing as required for select job sites.
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
Personal Attributes: Mechanically inclined, dependable, safety-focused, strong written/verbal communication skills, and a positive team attitude.
Summary
If you are an experienced Rigger looking for a stable role in the Telecommunications Infrastructure industry with exceptional pay, paid travel, and full support out of Calgary or Spruce Grove, AB, please apply today!
How to apply?
1. Apply directly to this posting.
2. Email your resume to [email protected] – please include "Rigger - AB" in the subject line.
3. Create a profile and apply through our website at Randstad.ca.
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