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

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Reliability

Work Location Information On-site customer service; Various locations

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information Valid driver's licence

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots; Safety glasses/goggles

Security and Safety Criminal record check

Type of Systems Telecommunication system; Telephone system

Weight Handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Area of Specialization

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

Additional Skills Read and interpret blueprints

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English