Telephone Installer Jobs in Boston, MA

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.

1-15 of 15 Jobs
MasTec Communications Group

Fiber Splicer Foreman

See what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security Compensation $35 - 45 / Hr Depending on experience 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term...

Fire Alarm Installer

  • Canton, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Canton, MA (12 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 13 days ago

High School Diploma or equivalent required Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals Experience with hand tools test equipment, multi-meter usage...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Woburn, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • moments ago

FIRE ALARM TECHNICIAN We are currently seeking qualified applicants to join our family team of 40 years. These positions are for permanent and full-time employment to work within the state of...

Cable Technician

  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

Working on commercial office spaces, schools, hospitals, etc Skills Cable, Cat6, Cat5, Cabling, Cable installation, Punchdown, Cable puller, Structured cabling, Cable tech, Telecommunication, Low voltage...

Fire Service Technician - Alarm Repair

  • Brockton, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (19 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Requisition Number: 207849 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Service Technician - Alarm Repair for our Fire Protection business. Responsibilities include servicing fire alarm systems to the...

Fire Service Technician - Alarm Systems

  • Stoughton, MA (16 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (16 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 17 days ago

Requisition Number: 207533 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Service Technician - Alarm Systems for our Fire Protection business. Responsibilities include inspecting and testing fire alarm...

Cable Technician

  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 23 days ago

The candidate is required to have a generic cable/ telephony tool kit on hand, which contains cable cutters, pliers and cable test equipment....

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Needham, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Needham, MA (10 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 26 days ago

Overview Are you a hard working and motivated tradesperson looking for a career in a fast paced service business? If so, then Encore Fire protection may have an opportunity for you! The ideal...

Aerial Lineman

  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 27 days ago

See what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security Compensation $26 - 35 / Hr Depending on experience 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term...

Coax Splicer

  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security Compensation - $25- $35.00/ hr Depending on experience 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term...

Fiber Splicer

  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (21 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

See what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security Compensation $30 - 45 / Hr Depending on experience 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term...

Experienced Fiber Splicer

  • Hudson, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hudson, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Review site surveys, condition discrepancy reports, design drawings, technical manuals for cable installation feasibility....

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Beverly, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Beverly, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Fire Alarm Technician Join one of the country's most stable commercial real estate firms and enjoy secure year-round employment, learning and career advancement opportunities, the chance to earn...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Boston, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 90+ days ago

We offer our employees comprehensive benefits: Company Benefits Life/AD&D Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO) 7 Paid Holidays, 1 Floating Holiday (employee choice) Voluntary...

Burglar/Intrusion Alarm Technician

  • Boston, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Title : Burglar/Intrusion Alarm Technician Salary : $74,000.00 - $104,000.00 per year Job Summary We are seeking a professional, dependable Burglar/Intrusion Alarm Technician to install,...

Demographic Data for Boston, MA

Moving to Boston, MA? Find some basic demographic data about Boston, MA below.


Local
National
162,231
11,855
Medium/Lg

Telephone Installer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireConstruction curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
10-hour Telephone Teaching
10-hour Telephone Teaching Introduction to telephone teaching Lesson types and needs analysis Structures and strategies
The Telephone Efficiency
The basic too of communication in this modern time is the telephone, but we have taken it for granted, it is time we need to understand that telephone need to be used correctly to derived the...
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...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Boston, MA

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 Boston, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.9%
Associate's Degree
18.4%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.9%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Telephone Installers in Boston, MA
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Telephone Installer Related Career Advice Articles

Comparing the lineman role versus a job as an electrician
Career Comparison: Lineman vs. Electrician

Learn about the differences between a lineman and an electrician to see which career option sparks your interest!

Read article »
woman hvac/r professional fitting ventilation system
Cool Career Opportunities for Women in HVAC/R and Construction

There’s a huge opportunity for women in HVAC/R and construction. Check out this infographic from The Refrigeration School, Inc. to learn more.

Read article »
City building with plants growing on its face
Green Building & The Future of Construction

Find out why green building and sustainability are the future of construction. Hint: it's not just about installing new windows or smart thermostats.

Read article »