Telephone Installer Jobs in Mississippi

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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Overview At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Tower Technician I, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in expanding...

Experience Fire Alarm Technician

  • Richland, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richland, MS
  • 30+ days ago

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,...

Fire Alarm Installer

  • Richland, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richland, MS
  • 60+ days ago

equipment, multi-meter usage, digital analyzer and commissioning devices Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs....

Cable Installer

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Cable Installers Location: Jackson, MS Pay Rate: starting at $20/hr Company Summary: Our client is a proven leader in the commercial communications industry, offering a professional...

Lead Cable Technician

  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago

Cable installation includes: pulling, placement, terminating, testing, and labeling. IDF/MDF, rack install, fiber termination and testing experience a plus....

Technician, Alarm

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 9 days ago

Introduction Are you committed to community safety? We work hard to protect clients, customers, and teammates from fire hazards by installing, maintaining, and inspecting fire suppression systems....

Fiber Splicer

  • Picayune, MS
  • 27 days ago
  • Picayune, MS
  • 27 days ago

The employer is looking for a Fiber wire/ cable splicer with a least 6 months experience in utility work like water, sewage, cable, etc. Will be splicing cables and other wires, and will help...

Experience Fire Alarm Technician WD30242805

  • Richland, MS
  • 29 days ago
  • Richland, MS
  • 29 days ago

This is a Job Description for an Experience Fire Alarm Technician in Richland, MS. Summary[][] : Will be provided by employer. Duties and Responsibilities: Inspectors are responsible for...

Tower Technician II

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Overview At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. As a Tower Technician II, you will develop new skills, work in a safety-minded environment, and join us in...

Tower Technician III

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

We are experts in cell tower construction, RF engineering, broadband fiber optic cable installation, OSP engineering, wireline construction, and emergency maintenance services....

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.9%
Associate's Degree
18.3%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
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 Mississippi
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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