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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 49-2022.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers

Install, set up, rearrange, or remove switching, distribution, routing, and dialing equipment used in central offices or headends. Service or repair telephone, cable television, Internet, and other communications equipment on customers' property. May install communications equipment or communications wiring in buildings.

What this job is about

Install and maintain telecommunications equipment efficiently and safely.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Assess installation site requirements

    Determine viability of sites through observation and discuss construction requirements with customers.

  2. 2

    Install communication equipment

    Assemble and install communication equipment such as data and telephone lines, wiring, and networks.

  3. 3

    Test equipment functionality

    Test repaired or newly installed equipment to ensure it functions properly and conforms to specifications.

  4. 4

    Collaborate to resolve malfunctions

    Work with other technicians to locate and correct malfunctions in telecommunications equipment.

  5. 5

    Maintain records and documentation

    Maintain computer and manual records pertaining to facilities and equipment for future reference.

Tools used in this work
Autodesk AutoCADMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

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