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.

Fiber Installation Technicians
- Triage Partners
- High Point, NC
- 20 hours ago
- Triage Partners
- High Point, NC
- 20 hours ago
Fiber Service Installation Technician (1099) We are looking for experienced 1099 Service Installation Technicians to contract with us on scheduled fiber installations, reconnects, and other...

Fire Alarm Technician (Hybrid/Remote)
- RAEL Fire Protection
- New Hyde Park, NY
- 3 days ago
- RAEL Fire Protection
- New Hyde Park, NY
- 3 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 WorkCompany Summary EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation...
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...
Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...
**SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE** **RELOCATION ELIGIBLE** What you will do Employees are responsible for the execution of the installation project plan including equipment delivery and interface with...
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...
Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...
Title: Telecommunications Technician 1 Location: Onsite, Las Vegas, NV Monday through Thursday, 30-40 hours per week Compensation: $25/hr. – $32/hr. Duration: 9-12 months, possibility for...
Skills Cat6, Cable installation, Cable puller, Low voltage, Structured cabling, Punchdown, Troubleshooting, Wireless access point Top Skills Details Cat6,Cable installation,Cable puller,Low voltage,...
Skills Cat6, Cat5, Wireless access point, Wap, Install, Cable installation, termination testing, Punchdown, Low voltage, Cabling, Structured cabling, Installation, Rack and stack Top Skills Details...
, Coax, Wiring, Fiber optic cable, Installation, Wire cable, Data, Pulling cable, Fiber optic, Boom lift, Blueprint reading, Cable tray, Data center, Conduit, Cable termination, Fiber splicing, military...
100% Travel Technician-Low Voltage Cabling and Devices We are looking for several travel technicians of all levels of skill. Lead travel techs who have experience leading a team and communicating...
Insight Global is currently hiring for a Lead Foreman for a data center client located in the Boardman, Oregon area. You will be responsible for leading a team of cable technicians. The...
Mid-South Controls: Electrician/DDC Controls Installer
- Birmingham, AL
- 7 hours ago
- Birmingham, AL
- 7 hours ago
.- Install conduit, cable, etc. in a neat and professional manner.- Read and understand blueprints/wiring schematics- Ability to accurately complete paperwork (work orders, daily/weekly reports, timesheets...
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- Pulling Wire
- Cable Tray
- Submittals
- Electrical Wiring
- Scaffolding
- Conduit
- Blueprints
- Pipe Bending
- Fire Protection
- Fire Alarm Installations
- New Construction
- Fiber Optics
- Switches
- Underground Utilities
- Irrigation
- Hand Tools
- Cabling Installation & Maintenance
- Firing
- Cable Installation
- Wiring
- Termination
- Control Systems
- Blueprint Reading
- Test Equipment
- Pulling
- Installation
- Long-Term Disability
- Inspections
- General Repair
- Specifications
- Telecom
- Electrical
- Reimbursement
- Computer Programming
- Background Checks
- Military Background
- Troubleshooting
- High School Diploma
- Driving
- Telephone Skills
- Documentation
- Filing
- Regulations
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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