Telephone Installer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Network (Cable) Technician with Top Secret Clearance

  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Install cable tray/raised floor cable tray and cable tray accessories. Backbone Cablinga. Install intra-building backbone cabling. Horizontal Cablinga....

Cable Technicians

  • East Stroudsburg, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • East Stroudsburg, PA
  • 18 hours ago

We are seeking experienced Cable technician's for an upcoming project in Newton, NJ. This position will be OVERNIGHT 6PM - 6AM $21 Running cables, installing equipment, and troubleshooting network...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • New Cumberland, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Cumberland, PA
  • 1 day ago

Kinetix Fire & Life Safety Experts was founded in 1993 and we provide fire protection system services to the government, military, commercial, higher education, and large campus type facilities....

Cable Tv Installer

  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago

Cable tv installer for RCN Market in Lehigh Valley experience is a plus but not necessary. Must be able to pass background check, drug test and own a valid drivers license. Call ... ext 103 or...

Fire Alarm Installation Technician

  • Allentown, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 4 days ago

install, inspect, program, or service security systems, access control, CCTV or other relevant low voltage systems* Knowledge of Hikvision, Turing, DMP, DSC, Honeywell, Firelite, Silent Knight * Review blueprints...

Fire Alarm Tech

  • Easton, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Easton, PA
  • 19 days ago

Description: We are looking for experienced technicians to join the team and help with the current workload. The environment is all new construction work on large condo and apartment buildings...

CCTV/Fire Alarm Technician

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 20 days ago

Experience reading blueprints and site maps. Knowledgeable about NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72. Experience in CCTV, voice, and data cabling is a plus....

Broadband Technician 1

  • Meadville, PA
  • 25 days ago
  • Meadville, PA
  • 25 days ago

Broadband Technician 1 Broadband Technician 1 locations Meadville, PA time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R-1263 Position Summary Our Broadband Technicians are often...

Fire Alarm Technician NICET II

  • New Cumberland, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Cumberland, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details: FIRE ALARM TECHNICIAN NICET II (TOP TEN PLACES TO WORK IN HARRISBURG AREA) Job Responsibilities As a Fire Alarm Technician, you will be responsible for service, testing, and...

Full-time Alarm Technician

  • Willow Street, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Willow Street, PA
  • 30+ days ago

This is field installation which includes but not limited to pulling wire, mounting devices, programming and troubleshooting....

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Boothwyn, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boothwyn, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details: FIRE ALARM TECHNICIAN/INSTALLER NEEDED ASAP!! (TOP TEN PLACES TO WORK IN PHILLY) Job Responsibilities As a Fire Alarm Technician, you will be responsible for service, testing, and...

Building Automation Technician

  • Chadds Ford, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chadds Ford, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Are you an HVAC Technician who desires to grow their career into the Building Automation Systems industry? The BAS industry is growing at an annual rate of 12%, and is the single most...

Fire Alarm Installation Technician

  • Downingtown, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Downingtown, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Review blueprints/drawings to determine device locations and placement. Ensure materials and equipment match scope of work and job sold....

Fire Service Technician - Alarm Systems

  • Allentown, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Requisition Number: 189859 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Service Technician - Alarm Systems for our Fire Protection business. Responsibilities include inspecting and testing fire alarm...

Building Automation Technician

  • Allentown, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details: BAS TECHNICIANS NEEDED!! (TOP TEN PLACES TO WORK IN REGION) QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 3 to 5 years of HVAC BAS systems Vocational or Associate Degree in electronics, mechanical systems,...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Telephone Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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