Telephone Installer Jobs in Virginia

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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Fiber Optic Installation Technician

Immediately hiring Fiber Technicians in the following locations: Greensboro, NC. Lynchburg, VA along with multiple other locations in the US. Daily Responsibilities: Install and repair...

Cable Technician Data Center Technician - Technical IT 1

  • Boydton, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boydton, VA
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Cable Technician Data Center Technician - Technical IT 1 Location: Boydton VA 23917 Pay Range: $20/hr. - $24/hr. Shift: Day Shift A: 12-hrs (Sun-Wed) & (Sun-Tue ) What's the Job?...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

Fire alarm installation and troubleshooting skills. Proficiency in fire alarm system repair and service. Experience in wiring and alarm installation....

Fire Alarm Technician (Electronic Equipment Tech II)

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 2 days ago

Fire Alarm Technician (Electronic Equipment Tech II) Salary $61,257.25 - $102,095.55 Annually Location FAIRFAX (FJ20), VA Job Type FT Hourly W BN Job Number 25-01236 Department Facilities...

Fire Alarm Technician (Electronic Equipment Tech II)

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 3 days ago

Job Announcement Performs complex tasks related to testing, troubleshooting, operating, maintaining, repairing, and installing critical commercial building fire detection, fire suppression and...

Satellite Installation Tech Bonus for EXP Techs

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 3 days ago

Hiring Satellite Techs of all skill levels. $1000 SIGN ON BONUS with Experience. Training will be provided if needed. Pre-Employment screening will be required. Must have Truck, Van or SUV, Tools...

Fire Alarm Technician VA - 5529 - 05

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago

What You'll Do : Install and troubleshoot fire alarm systems (preferably EST panels), Cat 5 / 6 wiring, and security devices Perform conduit bending, device mounting, and panel replacements Work with...

Telecommunications Technician - I & R

  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago

About Activo: Activo is a leading network systems integrator and national IP infrastructure company that provides network systems planning, integration, installation, and support services across...

Administrative Technician (Telephone Reporting Unit)

  • Prince William, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Prince William, VA
  • 4 days ago

Introduction The Prince William County Police Department has an entry level, career opportunity for an Administrative Technician. Supporting the Police Telephone Reporting Unit, the Administrative...

Cable Technician

  • Winchester, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 5 days ago

Suspend and support cable correctly using cable tray, J-hook, D-rings, bridal rings, and trapeze....

Cable Installation Technician, Infrastructure Delivery

  • Herndon, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 7 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...

Experienced Fiber Splicer

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 9 days ago

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

Radio Tower Technician

  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 9 days ago

equipment....

Fire Alarm Technician NEW

  • Reston, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 9 days ago

Fire Alarm Technician Building People LLC/The View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Public Trust Unspecified Unspecified Reston, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) The Building People delivers...

Tower Technician III

  • Staunton, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Staunton, VA
  • 11 days ago

equipment, and site audit tools Soft Skills: Strong leadership and decision-making skills Follows safety protocols and installation procedures with accuracy and care, and requires others to do the...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia 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 Virginia
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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