Summary Line Installer-repairer - Telecommunications near Edmonton (AB)
National Occupational Classification update
We have updated this page to reflect the transition to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the occupation "line installer-repairer - telecommunications" was moved from the group Telecommunications line and cable workers (NOC 7245) to the group Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers (NOC 72204).
Find key facts and figures about working as a line installer-repairer - telecommunications. The following information is applicable to all Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers (NOC 72204).
Note that some information in this job profile is based on the 2016 version of the NOC.
Description
Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers install, repair and maintain telecommunication lines and cables, cable television transmission and distribution systems and associated hardware. They are employed by cable television, telephone and other telecommunications service companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
$38.33/hour
Median wage in Alberta
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in the Edmonton Region
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Jobs
4 jobs
advertised near Edmonton (AB)
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Skills
- Install and maintain aerial and underground telephone equipment
- Test equipment to locate transmission faults
- Install trunking systems, circuits and equipment
- Instruct apprentices
- Complete and maintain test and service reports
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