Telephone Installer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Utility Locator

Overview At MasTec Communications Group we build for the future. Yours and ours. A Utility Locator identifies, locates, and marks the location of subsurface utilities in order to minimize...

MasTec Communications Group

Fiber Splicer

In addition, you will: Testing and troubleshooting continuity of fiber optic networks Operate all testing equipment and be adept at resolution of challenges common to fiber optic networks Experience...

MasTec Communications Group

Aerial Lineman Trainee

such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, lashing, etc Perform construction work such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe and inner duct in various types of conduit...

MasTec Communications Group

Coax Splicer

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

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 2 hours ago

About Us: S.A. Comunale has been a local industry leader for end-to-end mechanical, fire protection and HVAC services for nearly 100 years. We offer our clients significant financial strength,...

Fiber Splicer 1

  • Butler, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Butler, PA
  • 4 days ago

Flag traffic. Perform any and all other work assigned in a safe and efficient manor. Maintain a valid driving license. Commercial driving license where applicable....

Residential Alarm Technician

  • Broomall, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Broomall, 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...

Cable Installation Technician, DCC Communities

  • Berwick, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Berwick, PA
  • 6 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...

Cable Technician

  • State College, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 7 days ago

Device rack and stack Hard drive installation and replacement Conducting various media testing including fiber and copper using a multitude of testing equipment...

Coax Splicer

  • Washington, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, PA
  • 10 days ago

Volver Coax Splicer Washington, Pennsylvania Tecnicos On-Site 51080 Obtenga empleos futuros que coincidan con esta busqueda Inicio de sesion oRegistrarse Descripcion del puesto Overview (Spanish)...

Aerial Lineman Trainee

  • Washington, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, PA
  • 10 days ago

Washington, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21698778 Summary Washington, PA Competitive Salary 0 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day...

Coax Splicer

  • PA
  • 10 days ago
  • PA
  • 10 days ago

Bensalem, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21698784 Summary Bensalem, PA Competitive Salary 0 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift...

Coax Splicer

  • Williamsport, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Williamsport, PA
  • 12 days ago

Requirements Please note that only applications from individuals residing in the United States will be considered for this position. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for...

Fire Alarm Technician NICET II

  • New Cumberland, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • New Cumberland, PA
  • 12 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...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 14 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...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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