Telephone Installer Jobs in Bensalem, PA

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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MasTec Communications Group

Fiber Splicer

See what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term disability Red Wing Boot Voucher Health...

MasTec Communications Group

Coax Splicer

See what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term disability Red Wing Boot Voucher Health...

Residential Alarm Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term...

Residential Alarm Technician

  • Broomall, PA (23 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Broomall, PA (23 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 6 days ago

TEKsystems is partnering with an industry leader in the residential alarm industry with multiple needs nationwide on long term W-2 projects and actively looking for 2 Field Technicians supporting...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (15 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Additional responsibilities of the Fire Alarm Technician include: Install and basic programming of fire alarm systems and devices Running cable and bending conduit Working knowledge of low voltage electrical...

Tower Technician II

  • Hamilton, NJ (13 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (13 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 16 days ago

See what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term disability Red Wing Boot Voucher Health...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (12 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (12 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Additional benefits include a Health Savings Account (HSA), life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, and both short-term and long-term disability coverage....

Technician Cable Installation

  • Hamilton, NJ (13 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (13 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Production incentives Referral bonuses Growth opportunities Weekly paychecks Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans Flexible Spending Accounts Short and Long Term Disability...

Cable Installation Technician, DCC Communities

  • Fairless Hills, PA (7 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (7 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

equipment - Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies - Experience with medium to large, complex project scopes and ambiguous details within work environment - Knowledge...

Field Technician II

  • Hamilton, NJ (13 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (13 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

See what you’ll get for your effort: Financial Security 401(k) with company match Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Life insurance Short-term and Long-term disability Red Wing Boot Voucher Health...

Lead Fire Alarm Technician

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (12 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (12 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

continuing education Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Havertown, PA (21 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Havertown, PA (21 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Write and provide inspection/service reports on tested equipment and devices. Indicate any deficiencies or corrections that need to be made....

Experienced Fiber Splicer

  • Mount Laurel, NJ (10 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (10 miles from Bensalem, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Bensalem, PA

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Bensalem, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers in Bensalem, PA 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 Bensalem, PA
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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