Telephone Installer Jobs in Tennessee

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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Building Automation Technician II

  • Franklin, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 23 hours ago

Schneider Electric is looking for a Building Automation Commissioning Technicion for the Franklin, TN area. Join our team as a Building Automation Commissioning Technician, where you will play a...

Cable Technician

  • Memphis, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 9 days ago

Description Looking for a cable technician that is open to 100% travel! Great opportunity to travel across the country while gaining work experience in an in-demand technology industry. 6+ months'...

Technician, Cable

  • TN
  • 9 days ago
  • TN
  • 9 days ago

Overview PRG is the world's leading provider of services and solutions in entertainment and live events. Every day, we turn the creative vision of our customers into production and technical...

Fire Alarm Technicians

  • Memphis, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 13 days ago

system discharge for the purpose of inspection, testing and maintenance Report to assignment with required testing tools including suitable multi-meter, hand tools, printer, etc Read and interpret blueprints...

Fire Alarm Installer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals....

Fire Alarm Installers

  • Alcoa, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Alcoa, TN
  • 14 days ago

Read blueprints, schematics, and diagrams. Commercial installation in school systems and apartment complexes Monday-Friday first shift schedule Long-term career opportunity....

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 20 days ago

Fire Alarm Technician An established and innovative company is seeking a professional, self-motivated, team player with Fire Alarm Technician experience to join their team. This is an opportunity...

Cable Installer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 28 days ago

Cable Installer Cable Installer Job ID 205085 Posted 10-Feb-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Data Centers Location(s) Nashville - Tennessee - United States of...

Building Automation Technician

  • Nashville, TN
  • 29 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 29 days ago

Job Details: Building Automation Technician Were seeking a Building Automation Technician to join a full-service HVAC contractor specializing in design/build, retrofit, and proactive preventive...

Cable Technician- Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Summary of Position: * This Customer Engineer position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and replacement of the Point of Sale (POS) system and other technological equipment on-site...

Skilled Fire Alarm Installer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals....

Entry Level Fire Alarm Installer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Follow verbal and written instruction, read and understand complex construction blueprints, diagrams and specifications used in installation activities....

Controls Installer -- Apprentice

  • Bartlett, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bartlett, TN
  • 45+ days ago

CS3, Inc is a building automation contractor that specializes in service and energy retrofit upgrades. Our solutions help our customers reduce cost by increasing productivity of their existing...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 90+ days ago

Division 24 Knoxville, TN Summary Responsible for fire alarm installations, retrofits, and tenant build-outs, testing, servicing, inspection and repair; performing on-site emergency troubleshooting...

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Columbia, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, TN
  • 90+ days ago

Fire Alarm Technician 2212 Denise Dr. Columbia, TN 38401 State Systems, Inc. of Middle TN is actively seeking to hire a full-time Fire Alarm Technician to install and service commercial fire...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Telephone Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers in Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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