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

  • Data Communications Technician
  • Special Equipment Technician
  • Network Specialist
  • Satellite Specialist

  • Address special issues or situations, such as illegal or unauthorized use of equipment, or cases of electrical or acoustic shock.
  • Assemble and install communication equipment such as data and telephone communication lines, wiring, switching equipment, wiring frames, power apparatus, computer systems, and networks.
  • Diagnose and correct problems from remote locations, using special switchboards to find the sources of problems.
  • Perform database verifications, using computers.
  • Refer to manufacturers' manuals to obtain maintenance instructions pertaining to specific malfunctions.
  • Review manufacturer's instructions, manuals, technical specifications, building permits, and ordinances to determine communication equipment requirements and procedures.
  • Test repaired, newly installed, or updated equipment to ensure that it functions properly and conforms to specifications, using test equipment and observation.

  • Analyze test or performance data to assess equipment operation.
  • Interpret blueprints, specifications, or diagrams to inform installation, development or operation activities.
  • Verify information or specifications.