Telephone Installer Jobs
A Telephone Installer in the construction industry is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining telecommunication lines, including telephone, broadband, and cable TV. They work on various construction sites, installing telephone jacks and running wires, setting up telecommunications equipment, and ensuring all systems are properly connected and operational. They also perform troubleshooting and repairs, responding to service calls and replacing faulty equipment as necessary. Important skills for this role include physical fitness to handle the manual labor, technical knowledge to understand telecommunications equipment, and customer-service skills for dealing with clients.
Prior to becoming a Telephone Installer, an individual may have held roles such as a Telecommunications Technician, where they would gain hands-on experience with installing and repairing telecommunications equipment, or a Cable Installer, which would provide experience with running wires and cables. Some may also start as a Customer Service Representative in a telecommunications company, which would improve their communication and problem-solving skills. Important certifications for a Telephone Installer include the Telecommunications Installation and Service certification and the Fiber Optics Technician certification, both of which demonstrate the necessary technical knowledge and skills to effectively perform the role.
Fire Alarm Technician (Hybrid/Remote)
- RAEL Fire Protection
- New Hyde Park, NY
- 13 days ago
- RAEL Fire Protection
- New Hyde Park, NY
- 13 days ago
Job description We are seeking a skilled and experienced Fire Alarm Service Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in servicing fire alarm systems, including...
Remote WorkSecuritas Technology Corporation is a division of Securitas AB, the largest protective services provider in the world with over 370,000+ Securitas Heroes across the world. Securitas Technology...
Company Summary EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation...
Cable Installer - No Experience Necessary
- East Falmouth, MA
- 24 days ago
- East Falmouth, MA
- 24 days ago
Company Summary EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation...
What you will do This skilled position involves installing, programming, troubleshooting, configuring, commissioning, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control and CCTV Systems as well as...
tray, ladder rack, fiber runner, containment and trunks....
, light source (Fluke), OTDR tester, voltage meter, and other test equipment - Build out data closets - install ladder racks, cable trays, data racks, and rack-mount equipment - Read blueprints and...
Job Description Integrated Building Systems ( is a technology consulting firm in Columbus, Ohio, and our mission is to make buildings smarter! We help our customers make wise investments in the...
Low Voltage Cable Technician Looking for someone who has experience working with low voltage cabling -installing and terminating cat5/6 data cables -pulling cables to devices -any work with low...
Low Voltage Cable Technician Looking for someone who has experience working with low voltage cabling -installing and terminating cat5/6 data cables -pulling cables to devices -any work with low...
Low Voltage Cable Technician Looking for someone who has experience working with low voltage cabling -installing and terminating cat5/6 data cables -pulling cables to devices -any work with low...
Fire Service Technician - Alarm Systems 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars Dedham, MA 02027 Requisition Number: 199882 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Service Technician - Alarm Systems for our Fire...
. + Prior fire alarm installation and Service experience is required. + Ability to learn applicable installation, inspection, and servicing codes. + Ability to participate in on-call rotation. + Ability...
Seeking a skilled Cable Technician to join our team for a project at an existing healthcare facility in Anderson, SC. The technician will be responsible for installing new data cabling and...
About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...
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- Cable Tray
- Pulling Wire
- Electrical Wiring
- Scaffolding
- Conduit
- Blueprints
- Fire Protection
- Fire Alarm Installations
- New Construction
- Fiber Optics
- Switches
- Underground Utilities
- Irrigation
- Hand Tools
- Cabling Installation & Maintenance
- Cable Installation
- Firing
- Wiring
- Termination
- Test Equipment
- Control Systems
- Blueprint Reading
- Pulling
- Long-Term Disability
- Installation
- Inspections
- General Repair
- Specifications
- Telecom
- Acquisitions
- Electrical
- Reimbursement
- Computer Programming
- Background Checks
- Troubleshooting
- High School Diploma
- Driving
- Telephone Skills
- Documentation
- Filing
- Regulations
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Excel
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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