Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers
SOC Code: 49-2022 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Install, set up, rearrange, or remove switching, distribution, routing, and dialing equipment used in central offices or headends. Service or repair telephone, cable television, Internet, and other communications equipment on customers' property. May install communications equipment or communications wiring in buildings.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $64,334 | $78,270 | $92,206 | $106,142 |
| Yuba City, CA | $61,318 | $75,816 | $90,293 | $104,790 |
| Elmira, NY | $60,070 | $74,651 | $89,253 | $103,834 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $63,710 | $75,899 | $88,088 | $100,277 |
| Anchorage, AK | $86,112 | $90,834 | $95,534 | $100,256 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $65,333 | $76,315 | $87,298 | $98,280 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $68,037 | $78,062 | $88,067 | $98,093 |
| Syracuse, NY | $48,110 | $64,646 | $81,203 | $97,739 |
| El Centro, CA | $53,747 | $68,370 | $82,992 | $97,614 |
| Minot, ND | $76,398 | $82,992 | $89,565 | $96,158 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Troubleshooting | 3.9 | |
| Repairing | 3.9 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.6 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.6 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.6 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.5 | |
| Active Listening | 3.5 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.4 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.4 | |
| Monitoring | 3.4 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.4 |
| Telecommunications | 4.4 |
| Computers and Electronics | 4.2 |
| English Language | 4.0 |
| Mathematics | 3.5 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.3 |
| Mechanical | 3.2 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 43.1% |
| Some college | 21.4% |
| Bachelor's degree | 17.4% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 10.4% |
| Associate's degree | 7.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Note differences in wire and cable colors so that work can be performed correctly.
- Test circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to isolate sources of malfunctions, using test meters, circuit diagrams, polarity probes, and other hand tools.
- Test repaired, newly installed, or updated equipment to ensure that it functions properly and conforms to specifications, using test equipment and observation.
- Inspect equipment on a regular basis to ensure proper functioning.
- Repair or replace faulty equipment, such as defective and damaged telephones, wires, switching system components, and associated equipment.
- Remove and remake connections to change circuit layouts, following work orders or diagrams.
- Demonstrate equipment to customers and explain its use, responding to any inquiries or complaints.
- Analyze test readings, computer printouts, and trouble reports to determine equipment repair needs and required repair methods.
Technology Skills
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