Telecommunications Linesworker / Telecommunications Line Mechanic (342413)

TRASkill Level 3STSOL

Description

Installs, maintains and repairs external telecommunication equipment such as aerial lines, conduits and underground cables, radio and mobile phone antennae, and limited items of terminal equipment.

Tasks & Responsibilities

Examining drawings, specifications and work areas to determine positioning and connections for equipment to be installed
Locating faults in telecommunications equipment using instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and transmission measuring equipment
Attaching wires and cables to appliances
Adjusting, replacing and repairing faulty items, and testing equipment using electronic instruments
Installing cabling for telephone, radio, pay TV and computer transmission
Joining cables and sealing sheaths with lead and thermoplastic
Erecting, testing and maintaining aerial and underground wires and cables, and radio and mobile phone antennae
Installing telecommunications equipment and appliances such as telephones, switchboards and data transmission equipment

Alternative Titles

• Operator Bearer Systems (Army)

Assessment Documents

Trade qualification
Employment evidence
Portfolio (if required)
Passport
English test

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