Telephone Installer Jobs in New Mexico

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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Structured Cable Technician

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 12 hours ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 12 hours ago

. + Work with team members and network engineers to ensure that installations are completed on time and according to specifications. + Use hand tools, including various punch tools, test equipment,...

Telecommunications Technician I, II, III, IV or JL

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 3 days ago

Responsible to the Telecommunications Maintenance Superintendent or Foreman for performance of preventive and corrective maintenance in servicing of Telecommunications and EMS field equipment....

Cable Technician Foreman - Low Voltage

  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 6 days ago

Insight Global is currently hiring for a Foreman for a data center client located in the Cheyenne, WY area. You will be responsible for leading a team of cable technicians. This person will have...

Aerial Lineman

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 11 days ago

Peak Utility Services Group is an integrated group of engineering and construction companies serving the Electric, Natural Gas and Telecommunications industry. We provide a full suite of...

Broadband Technician II

  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 12 days ago

Utilizes test equipment to identify and repair signal strength issues and ensure optimum reception both optical and RF. Uses Locators, TDRs, FDRs and OTDRs while read system maps....

Broadband Technician I

  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Carlsbad, NM
  • 12 days ago

Overview At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting-edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are...

Cable Technician

  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 18 days ago

Insight Global is currently hiring for an OSP/ISP Cable Technician for a data center client located in the Los Lunas area in New Mexico. The responsibilities of this position include unloading...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Anthony, NM
  • 26 days ago
  • Anthony, NM
  • 26 days ago

SUMMARY Responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing fire alarm systems or components in school district buildings, ensuring they function properly and according to local and...

Telephone Systems OSP Cable Technician

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Previous experience with interior and/or exterior cable installation, maintenance, and testing....

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Local
National
2,115,093
43,399

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in New Mexico

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 New Mexico offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.0%
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 New Mexico
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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