How do they match: Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers

  • Maintenance Technician
  • Telephone Maintenance Mechanic

  • Analyze test readings, computer printouts, and trouble reports to determine equipment repair needs and required repair methods.
  • Assemble and install communication equipment such as data and telephone communication lines, wiring, switching equipment, wiring frames, power apparatus, computer systems, and networks.
  • Maintain computer and manual records pertaining to facilities and equipment.
  • Perform database verifications, using computers.
  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including adjusting and lubricating components and painting worn or exposed areas.
  • Program computerized switches and switchboards to provide requested features.
  • Refer to manufacturers' manuals to obtain maintenance instructions pertaining to specific malfunctions.
  • Request support from technical service centers when on-site procedures fail to solve installation or maintenance problems.

  • Enter codes or other information into computers.
  • Install programs onto computer or computer-controlled equipment.
  • Read technical information needed to perform maintenance or repairs.