Telecom Facility Maintenance Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Telecom facility maintenance workers inspect, maintain, and repair telecommunications equipment such as base stations, switching offices, and cables, ensuring the stable provision of telecommunications services.
Description
Telecom facility maintenance workers perform regular inspections, fault diagnosis, repairs, and adjustments on telecommunications equipment such as fiber optics, wireless base stations, switching offices, and power equipment. The work often involves working at heights or outdoors, using tools and measuring instruments for accurate measurements to identify abnormalities. In the event of emergency failures, they respond quickly to perform restoration work, and also create inspection results and work reports. Additionally, they support equipment upgrades and installation work, as well as remote maintenance using remote monitoring systems, requiring the acquisition of new technologies and safety standards.
Future Outlook
With the spread of next-generation telecommunications infrastructure such as 5G/6G, demand will remain stable. As IoT and smart cities expand, maintenance work will require higher sophistication and efficiency, making skills in remote monitoring and AI utilization important.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Cautious and accurate / Excellent communication skills / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Direct to/from Site Possible / Long-Distance Travel / Night Shifts / On-site Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Field Engineer → Service Engineer Leader → Maintenance Manager → Project Manager (Telecom) → Technical Consultant
Required Skills
Electrical Circuit Basics / Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing / Reading Drawings and Manuals / Telecom Test Equipment Operation / Use of Measuring Instruments / Wireless Base Station Installation and Adjustment
Recommended Skills
Compliance and Safety Management / English (Technical Document Reading) / GPS/GIS Utilization / ICT Remote Monitoring / Network Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexible responses to site conditions and technological advancements are required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine abnormalities in equipment and adherence to procedures are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required for cable laying and working at heights. |
| Problem Solving | Because identifying the cause of faults and implementing quick countermeasures are necessary. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because calm responses are needed even during emergency responses or long hours of work. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-Class Electrician
- Third-Class Land Special Radio Operator
Aliases
- Telecom Maintenance Worker
- Telecommunications Equipment Maintenance Worker
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