Telephone Installer Jobs in Florida

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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Low Voltage Cable Technician

  • Panama City, FL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Panama City, FL
  • 12 hours ago

MCS is hiring for Low Voltage Cable Technicians at NSA Panama City, FL. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits. Locals ONLY, Please... there is NO Travel or Per Diem for this job....

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 21 hours ago

3+ years of previous experience as a Fire Sprinkler Foreman Knowledge and experience installing fire sprinklers, reading blueprints, putting systems on test, etc....

Cable technician Xfinity

  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Worth, FL
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring for the position of Cable Technician. Connecting and repairing the Internet and Xfinity (Comcast) TV in customers' homes. No experience required. The company will provide training...

Fire Alarm Technician - Orlando, FL

  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 1 day ago

Working knowledge of blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation procedures unassisted, may require assistance with more complex specifications....

Fire Alarm Technician Experienced

  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Between $22.00 and $40.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Panama City, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $16.02 - $27.07 Per hour Fire Alarm Technician Experienced...

Construction Alarm Technician- Experienced

  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Panama City Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Between $22.00 and $40.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Panama City, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $16.02 - $27.07 Per hour Construction Alarm Technician- Experienced...

Cable Installer/Helper

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

Previous experience in cable installation or construction is preferred but not required. Basic understanding of cabling tools, materials, and techniques is a plus....

Cable Technician

  • Miami, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 2 days ago

Cable Technician - $15-$30/hr - DOE We are currently hiring Cable Technicians with 2+ years of experience performing low voltage cable installation in a commercial environment....

Fire Sprinkler Inspectors & Fire Alarm Techs

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fire Sprinkler Inspectors & Fire Alarm Techs to join our team. Responsibilities: Inspections: Conduct routine inspections of fire sprinkler systems in...

NICET II Fire Alarm Technician

  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 6 days ago

As the eyes and ears of Fire Suppression we are excited to make you aware of a Career opportunity with a company who cares. Genuinely about each and every one of their Team and invest the time and...

Telecommunications Technician

  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • 6 days ago

systems Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from test data Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, drawings, manuals, blueprints...

Fire Alarm Systems Technician Entry Level Winter Park, FL

  • Winter Park, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Winter Park, FL
  • 9 days ago

Fire Alarm Systems Technician - Entry Level - Winter Park, FL Winter Park, Florida, United States of America Orlando, Florida, United States of America + 1 more 1 item added Job Description Job ID...

Camera & Cable Installer Needed for Tall Exterior 2nd Story Home

  • Tampa, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 12 days ago

un Camera & Cable Installer Needed for Tall Exterior 2nd Story Home (Tampa) compensation: TBD I have a Tall 2 story home and need a few camera wires in the soffits re-ran that got chewed up by...

Fire Alarm Systems Technician

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 13 days ago

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

Fire Alarm Installer

  • Clearwater, FL
  • 21 days ago
  • Clearwater, FL
  • 21 days ago

Perform all tasks associated with fire alarm installation, such as drilling holes for cabling and accessing locations such as crawlspaces or attics to ensure optimal wiring layouts....

Demographic Data for Florida

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Local
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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Telephone Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers in Florida offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.9%
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 Florida
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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