Telephone Installer Jobs in Texas

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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Senior Fire Alarm Systems Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 hours ago

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Fire Alarm Systems Technician with programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting capabilities and...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Established in 2009, Impact Fire Services was the vision of a group of experienced industry professionals that wanted to build a best-in-class fire protection and life safety company. Through...

Cable Technician

  • McAllen, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • McAllen, TX
  • 9 hours ago

Cable Technician McAllen, TX Pay From: $25.00 per hour MUST: Experienced Cable Technician 3+ years of experience Must have experience with IP Cameras and Overhead Paging Must have experience...

Hiring Low Voltage Cable Technicians

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties Include: -Install, terminate, and test Cat5e, Cat6, fiber optic, and coaxial cables -Install cable pathways (j-hooks, cable trays, conduit, etc.)...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Arlington, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 1 day ago

Established in 2009, Impact Fire Services was the vision of a group of experienced industry professionals that wanted to build a best-in-class fire protection and life safety company. Through...

Hiring Low Voltage Cable Technicians

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago

Job Duties Include: -Install, terminate, and test Cat5e, Cat6, fiber optic, and coaxial cables -Install cable pathways (j-hooks, cable trays, conduit, etc.)...

Technician, Alarm

  • Farmers Branch, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Farmers Branch, TX
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Alarm Technician Position Summary: Marmic Fire and Safety is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Alarm Technician to join our team. The Alarm Technician will be responsible for...

Industrial Fire Alarm Technician

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 4 days ago

Industrial Fire Alarm Technician Pasadena, TX 77505 Posted: 04/21/2025 Employment Type: FullTime Job Number: 1111-042125-2 Pay Rate: 28.00-35.00 JOB DESCRIPTION Company Profile: We have partnered...

Travel Cable Technicians

  • Stephenville, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Stephenville, TX
  • 5 days ago

Cable installation includes: pulling, placement, terminating, testing, and labeling. BICSI cert (current or past) a plus, but not needed....

Travel Cable Technician - Valvoline

  • Dallas, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 5 days ago

Skills cctv, network device, Cat6, switches, ip camera, Install, troubleshooting, scissor lift, Punchdown, Wireless access point, Low voltage, Cable installation, Cable puller, Structured cabling Top...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Tyler, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Tyler, TX
  • 5 days ago

Salary Confidential Position range in Smith County $37k - $57k Per Year Fire Alarm Technician Tyler Junior College Occupation: Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers Location: Tyler, TX -...

Cable Technicians

  • Irving, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 7 days ago

Cable installation includes: pulling, placement, terminating, testing, and labeling. BICSI cert (current or past) a plus, but not needed....

Cable Technician

  • Richardson, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 7 days ago

Cable installation includes: pulling, placement, terminating, testing, and labeling. BICSI cert (current or past) a plus, but not needed....

Telecommunications Technician Apprentice II- C

  • San Angelo, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • San Angelo, TX
  • 7 days ago

Job Posting End Date 05-05-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date Job Summary Job Description Summary **This is a single position posted at multiple...

Cable Technician I

  • Andrews, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Andrews, TX
  • 7 days ago

We are looking for the right people people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop...

Demographic Data for Texas

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Telephone Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers in Texas offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.0%
Associate's Degree
18.3%
Bachelor's Degree
16.8%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.9%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Telephone Installers in Texas
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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