Telecommunication installer-technicians
The Telecommunications Installer-Technician deals with the cabling that is used for video, voice and data or other low voltage signaling. This may include:
Planning & Initiating Projects
Telephone Systems
Fiber Optic Systems
Fire Alarm Systems
Nurse Call Systems
CCTV Systems
Security Systems
Data Networks
Various other Communications and Sound Distribution Systems
Testing and Repair of Video, Voice, and Data Systems
In order to accomplish these duties, Telecommunications Installer Technicians employ a variety of tools ranging from one-hand and two-handed tools to power tools such as drills and saws. They occasionally operate equipment such as trenchers.
COMPENSATION
During their apprenticeship, apprentices are paid at a graduated rate based upon the number of working hours they have logged.
Telecom Installer-tech APPRENTICE WAGES
During their apprenticeship, apprentices are paid a percentage of journeyman scale based upon the number of working hours they have logged.
- 1 – 1,000 hours 45%
- 1,001 – 2,000 hours 50%
- 2,001 – 3,000 hours 60%
- 3,001 – 4,000 hours 65%
- 4,001 – 5,000 hours 75%
- 5,001 – 6,000 hours 80%
