Telecommunications technician, Kaihangarau whitimamao
Also known as
- Fibre technician, communications technician, radio communications technician, telecommunications cable jointer, cabler
Telecommunications technicians install and maintain electronic equipment, communications networks and internet supply systems.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$30 to $50
Most common
$63
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Telecommunications technicians
- usually work regular business hours, but may also work evenings and weekends and be on call
- usually work in offices, workshops and telephone exchanges
- may work outdoors in all weather conditions
- need to be accurate, methodical and safety conscious
Tasks
- explain use of products or services
- test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning
- test communications equipment to ensure proper functioning
- climb equipment or structures to access work areas
- assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems
- install electrical components, equipment, or systems
- run wiring to connect equipment
- drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites
- gather information about work conditions or locations
- inspect telecommunications equipment to identify problems
Practical
Investigative
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need to do training to become a telecommunications technician.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Introductory) (Level 2)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Telecommunications (Level 3)
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Electrical Workers Registration Board
Phone Number,0800 661 000
info@ewrb.govt.nz
https://www.ewrb.govt.nz/If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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