Telecoms Technician Careers

WORK ENVIRONMENT:-

A telecommunications technicians is responsible for installing, testing, repairing the communication and data communication systems like:

Fixed-line and mobile phone telephony networks

• Analogue and digital satellite systems
• Fiber-optic and copper wire cabling
• Wireless radio network giving Internet access through mobiles, PCs and PDAs

Your work can differ in scale from installing a communication network in a outsized organization to setting up of a residence satellite systems. Your duties will normally involve:

• Test and repair mistakes in community and confidential controlling exchanges
• putting down, linking and testing subversive and under floor cabling
• Drawing, developing and testing telecommunication machinery and equipment
• setting up mobile and static aerials on building or poles

To know more about the installation of satellite, check the job summary of Satellite Systems Technician.

QUALIFICATION, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:-

There are many ways to become a telecommunication technician. You can complete the Apprenticeship with a telecommunication, electronics or Information Technology company.

On the other hand, you might get the position of the trainee with an installation company if you are having experience and qualification in electrical and electronic engineering or servicing. You can take a college course to obtain the qualification in the areas like:

• BTEC National Certification and Diploma in Communication Technology
• C and G Diploma in ICT Communication Systems (3662)
• C and G Communication Cabling Award (3666)

Check the website of e-skills for more information on the profession in the telecommunication industry. You will need a driving license as you will be traveling from job to job. You should have a normal color vision.

TRAINING DETAILS:-

You will definitely get the training from your employer. You can also work toward the following qualifications:

• National Vocational Qualification in Engineering Maintenance (Communication Electronics) Level 3
• BTEC HNC/HND in Electronic or Electrical Engineering (Communication)
• HNC/HND, foundation degree and degree courses in data communication, telecommunication and digital communication

If you have Level 3 National Vocational Qualification, you can develop your job prospects by registering as an Engineering Technician. See the website of Engineering Council for more details.

If you are employed in cabling installation and design, you can take the courses which are presented by Fibrotic Industry Association (FIA).

Further training is available through the Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI). Their courses are widely accepted in the national and international telecoms sectors. The preliminary levels are open for anyone who is searching to enter into this industry. Visit the website of BICSI for added information.

SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE:-

• an attention towards details and systematic approach
• ability to solve the problem easily
• practical and technological skills
• ability to give details about technical issues clearly with good communication skills
• ability to interpret cabling plans, technical drawings and circuit diagrams
• enthusiastic about remaining update with the new technology development
• good customer service skills
• ability to work alone and as a team member
• a good level of fitness
• knowledge of health and safety matters

SALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS:-

• Initial salaries can be around £ 13,000 and £ 15,000 a year.
• With experience and education, this can increase to between £ 20,000 and £ 25,000.
• Technicians with managerial duties and planning design can be paid over £ 30,000.

Overtime and shift allowance might raise earnings.

WORKING CONDITIONS:-

You will be working for 8 hours in a week from Monday to Friday. You will be required to cover emergencies and off-peak hours through on-call duties.

Your work can be in the premises of the customer or inside the production line or outside on the site. Some of the tasks involve work on the height.

DIFFERENT OPPORTUNITIES:-

With the assimilation of data (IT) and telecommunication systems, order is rising for technicians who have skills in both fields, particularly wireless broadband equipment.

A classic employer includes broadband network and telephone providers, satellite and digital television companies, rail signal engineering, mobile phone operators and power transmission companies. There may also be chance with the armed forces, ministry of defense and police service.

With your experience, you can make improvement to the research and development, network planning and design and project management.

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