Telecommunications Equipment Installation Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Field worker who lays out, connects, tests, adjusts, and maintains telecommunications cables and related equipment.
Description
Telecommunications equipment installation workers lay out, connect, adjust, and maintain telecommunications cables (LAN, telephone lines, fiber optics, etc.) and terminal equipment in offices, buildings, and outdoor network facilities. They ensure communication quality through securing wiring routes on site, piping work, cable handling with tools, fiber optic fusion splicing, and testing with measuring instruments such as OTDR. They also adhere to safe work procedures, take measures to minimize impact on surrounding structures, and collaborate with electricians and construction management technicians to progress the overall construction.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to the spread of 5G and IoT, and network acceleration. Demand for fiber optic laying and base station construction continues to increase steadily, with high needs for qualified individuals.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Direct to/from Site / Indoor/Outdoor Work / Long Working Hours / Shifts
Career Path
Apprentice/Assistant → Telecommunications Equipment Installation Worker → Foreman/Team Leader → Second-Class Telecommunications Construction Management Technician → Site Supervisor → Department Manager
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing / Measuring Instrument Operation / Telecommunications Cable Wiring Skills / Tool Handling
Recommended Skills
Basic Electrical Construction Knowledge / CAD (Wiring Diagrams) / Project Management / Safety Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to respond to diverse site conditions and specifications. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent connection errors and wiring defects. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is frequent carrying of heavy cables and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because work follows predetermined design drawings and specifications. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-Class Electrician
Aliases
- Fiber Optic Splicer
- Telecommunications Construction Worker
Related Jobs
- Electrical Installation Worker
- Network Engineer
- Piping Worker