Telecommunications Equipment Technician Specific Skills

Inspect and test operation of telecommunications equipment; Diagnose and locate equipment faults, and adjust, replace or repair telecommunications equipment

Telephone Installer and Repairer Specific Skills

Repair or replace defective telephone equipment; Install, arrange, remove and maintain telephone equipment, wiring and associated hardware; Test installed telephone systems to locate transmission faults

Work Location Information Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Manual dexterity

Type of Systems

Computerized testing system; Telecommunication system; Telephone system

Area of Specialization

Telephone installation and repair; Telecommunication service testing; Telecommunications equipment; Switch network installation and repair

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Languages English