Telephone Installer Jobs in Whiting, IN

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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Telecommunications Installer (Level IV) Chicago, I

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 2 days ago

at OmniOn in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description We empower smarter business operations by connecting equipment, software, and services to protect, control and optimize assets within...

Telecommunications Equipment Installer I

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Other duties may be assigned: * Physically place, remove, or modify non-working equipment including the following: * Cable trays and/or racking * Data equipment cabinets and frames, data servers, switches...

Cable Installation Technician

  • South Holland, IL (7 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • South Holland, IL (7 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Prince Telecom is hiring entry level Cable Installation Technicians in South Holland, IL and Chicago, IL to join our team and help connect America!...

Cable Installer - Hiring Immediately

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Cable Installer - Hiring Immediately compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities: Working independently while enjoying support and collaboration from team members Managing your day to drive...

Broadband Technician I

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 21 days ago

A stound Broadband, the sixth-largest telecommunications provider in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services—and applicants like you make it...

Building Automation Technician

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details: Building Automation Technician/Programmer This role requires expertise in system startups, programming review, and performance optimization to ensure operational efficiency. The ideal...

Cable Installation Technician

  • Cicero, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cicero, IL (17 miles from Whiting, IN)
  • 45+ days ago

Prince Telecom is hiring entry level Cable Installation Technicians in South Holland, IL and Chicago, IL to join our team and help connect America!...

Demographic Data for Whiting, IN

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Whiting, IN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Telephone Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers in Whiting, IN 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 Whiting, IN
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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