HOW TO GET THERE
Typical pathway
A common path is to finish secondary school with courses in math, physics, English, computer-related subjects, industrial arts, or mechanics. Many students then gain hands-on experience through a college program, short technical training, or entry-level work with a telecommunications or cable company, where they learn to install, test, maintain, and repair equipment and wiring. Employers may also value experience with diagrams, tools, and safe work practices. Some people build skills on the job first and learn more through employer training. Requirements can vary by employer, province, and the type of systems being serviced.
THE WORK
What you may do
Legacy duties
- Install, arrange, remove and maintain telephone equipment, wiring and associated hardware
- Test installed telephone systems to locate transmission faults
- Repair or replace defective and damaged telephones, wire and associated equipment.
SKILLS TO BUILD
Skills used in this Career
Business MachinesDiagrams/DrawingsMaintenanceTelephone Systems