Telephone Installer Jobs in Virginia

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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Fire Alarm Installer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 19 days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Cable Technician

  • South Hill, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • South Hill, VA
  • 1 day ago

Skills: Cat6, cable puller, low voltage, punchdown, cable installation, OSP, Cat5, cabling, structured cabling Top Skills Details: Cat6, cable puller, low voltage, punchdown, cable installation Pay...

Data Center Cable Technician

  • Sandston, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sandston, VA
  • 2 days ago

Our client is seeking highly motivated and handy individuals to join their team at a data center site in Sandston, VA. These Technicians will be responsible for unpackaging equipment, putting...

Cable Installer

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 2 days ago

Cable installation includes: pulling, placement, terminating, testing, and labeling. BICSI cert (current or past) a plus, but not needed....

Cable Technician (BICSI certified)

  • McLean, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 2 days ago

Cable installation includes: pulling, placement, terminating, testing, and labeling. BICSI cert (current or past) a plus, but not needed....

Viasat Satellite Installation Tech- Now Training

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 3 days ago

Hiring Satellite Techs of all skill levels. Training will be provided. Have experience?? Great!! We would like to talk to you!! Pre-Employment screening will be required. Please Call, ... Monday-...

Viasat Satellite Installation Tech- Now Training

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 3 days ago

Hiring Satellite Techs of all skill levels. Training will be provided. Have experience?? Great!! We would like to talk to you!! Pre-Employment screening will be required. Please Call, ... Monday-...

Data Center Cable Technician

  • Sandston, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sandston, VA
  • 3 days ago

trays and pathways, and build server racks, and assisting with electronic security installation....

Cable Technician Secret clearance

  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago

HOW A CABLE TECHNICIAN WILL MAKE AN IMPACT: Responsible for installation and documentation of new and/or updated Inside Plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber...

Viasat Satellite Installation Tech- Now Training

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 days ago

un Viasat Satellite Installation Tech- Now Training (Lynchburg VA) Livewire Communications compensation: $750.00-$1200.00 Weekly employment type: experience level: no experience required job...

Network Cable Technician - Per Diem Offered

  • Bristol, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bristol, VA
  • 6 days ago

The ideal candidate will have experience with Cat6a cable installation and termination, be able to read blueprints, and operate a scissors lift....

Fire Alarm Technician

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 7 days ago

About Us: Since 1987, Eagle Fire Inc. has become a top-tier provider of comprehensive fire protection services, including fire sprinkler systems, life safety services, special hazards systems,...

Fire Alarm Technician - EST 3/4 Certified

  • Hampton, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 7 days ago

About Us: Since 1987, Eagle Fire Inc. has become a top-tier provider of comprehensive fire protection services, including fire sprinkler systems, life safety services, special hazards systems,...

Cable Installation Technician

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 days ago

Who we are: MI Technical Solutions is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) comprised of a broad range of talented employees that provide diversified engineering and technical support services since...

Cable Infrastructure Technician

  • McLean, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities include: Must be fully competent at assembling, installing, and securing various cable trays, racks, and cabinets used in telecommunications closets Must be fully competent to install...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Telephone Installer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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10-hour Telephone Teaching
10-hour Telephone Teaching Introduction to telephone teaching Lesson types and needs analysis Structures and strategies
Telephone Etiquette
Etiquette means behaving yourself a little better than is absolutely essential. Fact: 88% of your customers who stop using your services or products do so because of perceived employee...
Answering the telephone Course
In this 10 minute video module, you will learn how to answer a telephone call professionally. We explain the standards for call greetings and key components of how to welcome callers in a...

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Salary for Telephone Installer Jobs in Virginia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Telephone Installer positions.



Highest Education Level

Telephone Installers in Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.0%
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 Virginia
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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