Brisbane

Telecommunications Technician

Telecommunications Technicians install and maintain fibre optic cables and other telecommunications equipment at businesses, government organisations, and private residences. They mainly work outdoors laying cables and connecting appliances.

As a Telecommunications Technician you’ll be reading maps and schematic diagrams to ensure the correct positioning of cables and equipment as well as using instruments and hand tools to test and repair faulty connections. A typical work day might involve climbing ladders, driving to a remote location, and working from a roof-top, ceiling, or telecommunications tower.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $84,188
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a telecommunications technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
UEE62220

Advanced Diploma of Electrical - Engineering

On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $26,120
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications.
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician or equivalent qualifications.
  • A current ‘Unrestricted Electricians Licence’ or its equivalent issued in an Australian state or territory.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
UEE30420

Certificate III in Data and Voice Communications

On Campus, Traineeship
24 - 36 months
$0 - $5,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
UEE62122

Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical

On Campus
24 months
$14,750 - $23,575
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
UEE50520

Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Blended
22 - 36 months
$0 - $32,960
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52867WA

Advanced Diploma of Industrial Data Communication, Networking and IT

Online
18 months
$12,112
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Telecommunications Technician
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