Wired Maintenance Technician (Broadcasting)
ゆうせんほしゅぎじゅついん（ほうそう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job that inspects, maintains, and repairs coaxial cables and related equipment in wired broadcasting services to ensure stable broadcasting quality.
Description
Wired Maintenance Technician (Broadcasting) inspects, measures, and repairs equipment such as coaxial cables, amplifiers, and distributors used in broadcasting networks like cable TV and wired radio. Performs on-site signal level measurements, improvements for poor cable connections, equipment replacements, maintenance including high-place work, and promptly responds to recovery in case of troubles. Uses tools and measuring instruments, refers to drawings and wiring diagrams, and works while complying with safety standards.
Future Outlook
Wired broadcasting services, including cable TV, are progressing toward IP and fiber optic conversion, requiring adaptation from traditional coaxial cable maintenance to optical transmission and IP delivery technologies. Demand for highly specialized technicians remains stable.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Medium/High-Place Work / Outdoor Work / Patrol / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Technician → Wired Maintenance Technician → Chief Technician → Site Supervisor → Maintenance Manager
Required Skills
Coaxial Cable Processing / High-Place Work Safety / Signal Level Measurement and Analysis / Tool Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing / Basic Network Knowledge / CAD Drawing Interpretation / Fiber Optics
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required to not miss minor signal degradation or cable damage. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is needed for movement in field work, equipment carrying, and outdoor work. |
| Problem Solving | Because on-site troubleshooting and recovery response are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and original idea generation is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-Class Electrician
Aliases
- Cable TV Maintenance Technician
- Coaxial Cable Maintenance Engineer
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- Broadcasting Equipment Engineer
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