Telephone Installer Jobs in California

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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$40+ Lead Alarm Technician/Integrator Walk-In Interviews

  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago

Lead Alarm Technician/Integrator Walk-In Interviews Location: Oakland, CA Highcom Security Services, Inc. is seeking a Lead Alarm Technician/Integrator with at least 3+ years of experience to join...

Cable Technician 30/38HR

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 3 days ago

Cable Harness Technician Job Description We are seeking a skilled Wire Harness Assembler to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting wire...

As a Cable Technician for L.A. Hydro Jet & Rooter Services, a Helios Service Partner Company, for the Night Shift (1:00 PM Start Time) in the South Los Angeles area. You will be responsible for...

Low Voltage & Fire Alarm Installer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

Busy Contractor seeks a highly skilled Low Voltage and Fire Alarm Installation Technician....

Network ethernet Cable Installer Needed Termination & Setup

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 4 days ago

Project Location: Mountain View, CA If you are experienced in network cable installation and termination, please reply with your name, experience, availability, and rates....

Plumbing Cable Technician - Riverside, CA

  • Riverside, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 11 days ago

As a Cable Technician for L.A. Hydro Jet & Rooter Services, a Helios Service Partner Company, for the DAY Shift in the Riverside, CA area. You will be responsible for assembling, installing, and...

Fire Service Technician - Alarm Systems

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 days ago

Fire Service Technician - Alarm Systems Cintas - 3.2 San Diego, CA Job Details Full-time $27.60 - $43.00 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability...

Satellite Installation Tech- Now Training

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago

un Satellite Installation Tech- Now Training (San Diego) Livewire Communications compensation: 750.00-1200.00 Per Week employment type: experience level: no experience required job title:...

Fire Alarm Installation Technician

  • San Jose, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 19 days ago

We are looking for a Fire Alarm Installation Technician to join our team!...

Cable Technician (Healthcare/Hospital Environment)

  • Torrance, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Cable Technician (Healthcare/Hospital Environment) at VectorUSA Torrance, California Overview: VectorUSA is seeking a skilled Cable Technician to support structured cabling projects within...

Broadband Technician Lead

  • Garberville, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Garberville, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Astound Broadband, the sixth-largest telecommunications provider in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services—and applicants like you make it...

Cable Technician- Stockton/Modesto, CA

  • Stockton, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Summary of Position: * This Customer Engineer position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and replacement of the Point of Sale (POS) system and other technological equipment on-site...

Cable Technician- LOS Angeles, CA

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Summary of Position: * This Customer Engineer position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and replacement of the Point of Sale (POS) system and other technological equipment on-site...

Fire Alarm Installer Level II (West Coast Fire & Integration)

  • Poway, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Poway, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Level Descriptions: Level 1 – Must be able to achieve many objectives of this position. Requires some amount of timely supervision to ensure the proper tasks are being accomplished and that...

Telecommunications Technician 1

  • Stanford, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA
  • 45+ days ago

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment. Technicians at...

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Telephone Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers in California 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 in California
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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