Canberra

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?

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UEE50520

Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Blended
22 - 36 months
$0 - $32,960
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Additional requirements may apply.
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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
ICT60220

Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Telecommunication)

On Campus
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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