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.

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Fire Alarm Installer

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 12 hours ago

Will be required to participate in after-hours service program Communicate with central dispatch on current work order status and receive updates on outstanding customer issues Read and interpret blueprints...

Wire Technician

  • Urbandale, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Urbandale, IA
  • 3 days ago

$5,000 Additional Cash Award available - Apply today to learn more! This position will home dispatch out of Des Moines, IA. Employees hired for this role will cover a wide geographic area and may...

Cable Technician

  • Watford City, ND
  • 5 days ago
  • Watford City, ND
  • 5 days ago

$5,000 Additional Cash Award available - Apply today to learn more! Note: This position will home dispatch home and service our Williston and Watford City, ND customers. When you join DIRECTV,...

Cable Installer

  • Watford City, ND
  • 7 days ago
  • Watford City, ND
  • 7 days ago

$5,000 Additional Cash Award available - Apply today to learn more! Note: This position will home dispatch home and service our Williston and Watford City, ND customers. When you join DIRECTV,...

Cable Installation Technician

  • Williston, ND
  • 7 days ago
  • Williston, ND
  • 7 days ago

$5,000 Additional Cash Award available - Apply today to learn more! Note: This position will home dispatch home and service our Williston and Watford City, ND customers. When you join DIRECTV,...

Building Automation Technician II

  • Carbondale, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Carbondale, IL
  • 15 hours ago

Building Automation Technician II Southern Illinois University Carbondale Carbondale, IL Apply Now Type: Full-Time Salary: $31.28 Hourly Posted: 03/12/2025 Application Due: 03/18/2025 Category:...

Sr. Telecommunications Technician

  • Katy, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Katy, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Sr. Telecommunications Technician Posted Date 2 days ago (3/13/2025 4:47 PM) Job ID 2025-11508 Location : City Katy Location : State/Province TX Overview We put the unity in "opportunity."...

Cable Technician II

  • Waseca, MN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Waseca, MN
  • 15 hours ago

BEL FUSE INC Cable Technician II in Waseca , Minnesota Continue your journey as a Cable Technician II at Cinch Connectivity Solutions. You ll operate a variety of machines and perform inspection...

Alarm Installation Technician

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 15 hours ago

TEKsystems Alarm Installation Technician in Atlanta , Georgia Description This Per Scholas and TEKsystems training class will provide our graduates with the skills needed to enter into the...

Technician Cable Installation

  • Ocean, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Ocean, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Kanaan Communications, LLC Technician Cable Installation in Ocean Twp , New Jersey Our mission is to build an industry leading organization that provides the highest quality and customer service to...

Cable Technician

  • Amesbury, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Amesbury, MA
  • 16 hours ago

TEKsystems Cable Technician in Amesbury , Massachusetts Description Our customer is looking to add multiple resources to the team to support ongoing and upcoming projects, there are projects...

Assoc, Intermediate or Senior Telecommunications Technician - Cayce/Columbia SC Date: Mar 14, 2025 Location: CAYCE, SC, US, 29033 Company: Dominion Energy Dominion Energy is committed to providing...

Alarm Technician

  • Great Falls, MT
  • 20 hours ago
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 20 hours ago

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company. This position is responsible for the proper...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Irving, TX
  • 20 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 20 hours ago

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company. This position is responsible for the proper service,...

Controls Installer

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

Blueprint Interpretation: Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints. Mobility: A willingness to travel full-time....

Telephone Installer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Telephone Etiquette
Etiquette means behaving yourself a little better than is absolutely essential. Fact: 88% of your customers who stop using your services or products do so because of perceived employee...

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Telephone Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.9%
Associate's Degree
18.3%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.9%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Telephone Installers
None
34.1%
1-2 years
29.6%
2-4 years
25.6%
10+ years
7.3%
Less than 1 year
2.2%
4-6 years
1.1%


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