What is a communications equipment installer and how to become one

Key steps to become a communications equipment installer

1. Explore communications equipment installer education requirements

   Most common communications equipment installer degrees

   Associate

   40.2 %

   High School Diploma

   29.0 %

   Bachelor's

   19.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific communications equipment installer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Hand Tools	19.31%
   Fiber Optic	15.49%
   Ladders	14.30%
   Telecommunication	8.61%
   Patch Panels	6.75%

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3. Complete relevant communications equipment installer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New communications equipment installers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a communications equipment installer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real communications equipment installer resumes.

4. Research communications equipment installer duties and responsibilities

   • Manage telecommunications installation and repair for hospital Nortel network.
   • Perform troubleshooting and diagnosis PC Hardware/Software problem at residential and commercial customer.
   • Determine acceptability of video and data services by reviewing television picture quality and PC and modem connections following any work.
   • Provide rehabilitation to adults with severe/profound developmental disabilities.

5. Prepare your communications equipment installer resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your communications equipment installer resume.

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6. Apply for communications equipment installer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a communications equipment installer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams