Communications Equipment Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This occupation involves the installation, wiring, adjustment, maintenance, and inspection of communications equipment. It handles technical tasks including operational checks of base stations, communication lines, network equipment, and more.
Description
Communications equipment workers are specialists who install, wire, and adjust communications infrastructure equipment such as routers, switches, optical fiber cables, and wireless base stations on-site, and perform operational tests, maintenance, and inspections. They handle a wide range of tasks, including wiring inside and outside buildings, antenna installation at heights, signal quality measurement and analysis, and troubleshooting during equipment failures. Work is carried out in collaboration with customers and other construction personnel, requiring knowledge of safety management, quality control, and site management. It involves travel to indoor and outdoor sites, business trips, shift work, and demands physical stamina and accuracy.
Future Outlook
With the spread of 5G and IoT and the expansion of optical fiber network development, demand for communications infrastructure construction and maintenance will steadily increase. The market value of personnel capable of handling advancing technologies is expected to rise.
Personality Traits
Cautious and accurate / Cooperative / Patient / Physically strong
Work Style
Direct to/from site possible / Frequent business trips / Shift work / Site-based
Career Path
Junior Communications Equipment Worker → Senior Communications Equipment Worker → Team Leader → Construction Management Technician → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Cable Laying / Communication Line Measurement / Network Equipment Configuration / Tool Usage
Recommended Skills
Network Fundamentals / Optical Fiber Fusion Splicing / Safety and Health Knowledge / Wireless Communications Equipment Configuration and Adjustment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Sites and equipment standards vary widely, requiring flexible responses. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Connection errors or improper cable handling can lead to communication failures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required for tasks such as carrying heavy equipment and working at heights. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are necessary to identify and restore causes of communication failures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily based on existing manuals and procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is rarely needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Construction Supervisor (DD Class 3)
Aliases
- Communications Equipment Construction Worker
- Communications Equipment Worker
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