Telephone Exchange Equipment Installer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist in telecommunications construction who installs communication equipment such as telephone switches at sites, performs wiring, adjustments, and testing.
Description
Telephone exchange equipment installers are workers who install, wire, adjust, and test communication equipment such as telephone switches and PBX. On-site, they handle equipment transport, rack installation, cable connections, and operational checks using various telecommunications test instruments, proceeding based on design drawings and construction specifications. They are required to comply with safety and health management procedures and quality assurance steps, and create operational confirmation reports upon completion. They undertake indoor and outdoor equipment construction under telecommunications carriers or equipment construction companies.
Future Outlook
Demand for traditional switch installation is declining due to VoIP and shift to mobile communications. However, expansion into new areas such as network equipment and IoT base stations is expected, with skills in 5G and next-generation telecommunications equipment installation being required.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract/Dispatched Employee / Direct to Site/Direct from Site / Full-time Employee / Outdoor Work
Career Path
Junior Installer → Senior Installer → Chief Installer → Site Supervisor → Construction Management Technician
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Electrical Equipment / Blueprint Reading Ability / Instrumentation Equipment Operation / Telecommunications Equipment Wiring Techniques / Use of Measuring Instruments
Recommended Skills
English (Manual Reading) / Fiber Optic Cable Construction / Network Fundamentals Knowledge / Project Management Basics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to site conditions and changes in equipment specifications. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minor wiring or connection errors can lead to communication failures. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To adapt to changes in new models and standards. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because equipment transport and high-altitude work impose significant physical demands. |
| Problem Solving | Because identifying causes and implementing measures for wiring defects or noise issues is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematics and calculations are not heavily used. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-Class Electrician
- Telecommunications Construction Supervisor (AI·DD Comprehensive)
Aliases
- Switch Installer
- Telephone Equipment Installation Worker
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