Telephone Installer Jobs in Louisiana

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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Low Voltage Telecommunications Technician

  • Metairie, LA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 18 hours ago

Job Opening: Low Voltage Telecommunications Technician Location: Metairie, LA Pay Rate: $19-$32/hr (Based on experience) Express Employment Professionals in Metairie is currently recruiting Low...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 days ago

Type: Full-timeSalary: $60,000 - $90,000 per year Responsibilities: Install, inspect, and maintain fire alarm systems. Troubleshoot and repair technical issues. Ensure compliance with codes and...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Ruston, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Ruston, LA
  • 6 days ago

Type: Full-timeSalary: $60,000 - $90,000 per year Responsibilities: Install, inspect, and maintain fire alarm systems. Troubleshoot and repair technical issues. Ensure compliance with codes and...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 6 days ago

Type: Full-timeSalary: $60,000 - $90,000 per year Responsibilities: Install, inspect, and maintain fire alarm systems. Troubleshoot and repair technical issues. Ensure compliance with codes and...

Cable Installation Technician

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 10 days ago

Top Skills Details: 1. Proficient with Cable Pulling- Cat6 2 Installation of IP Cameras 3 Installation of access control systems 2. Proficient with using Scissor lifts 3. Experience installing...

Telecommunications Equipment Installer - Level III

  • LA
  • 10 days ago
  • LA
  • 10 days ago

Ability to physically place, remove, or modify working and non-working equipment including the following: Cable trays and/or racking Data equipment cabinets and frames, data servers, switches, routers...

Building Automation Technician

  • Broussard, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Broussard, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Job Details: Systems Specialist Building Automation Growing Mechanical Contractor is looking for a Systems Specialist to install, commission, and troubleshoot building automation systems...

Fire Alarm Systems Technician

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 60+ days ago

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities and experience. This...

Traveling LA Medium Voltage (5KV to 35KV) Cable Installer/Terminator & Electrician

  • Barksdale AFB, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Barksdale AFB, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Expected to do electrical work (running conduit, pulling wire, setting switchgear, installing duct banks, etc.) when not working on medium-voltage equipment and/or scopes of work....

Controls Installation Technician

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 90+ days ago

SV057H - Controls Installation Technician At Trane Technologies and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Louisiana

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 in Louisiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.0%
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 Louisiana
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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