Hard Skills
AdvancedFiber Optic SplicingThe process of joining two optical fibers end-to-end using heat or mechanical connectors to allow light signals to pass through.
IntermediateAerial Lift and Pole ClimbingProficiency in using climbing gaffs, safety harnesses, and bucket trucks to access elevated telecommunications equipment.
AdvancedNetwork TroubleshootingDiagnosing and repairing faults in copper, coaxial, or fiber optic lines using specialized testing equipment.
IntermediateBlueprint and GIS Map ReadingInterpreting engineering schematics, circuit diagrams, and Geographic Information System maps for cable routing.
IntermediateHeavy Equipment OperationOperating specialized machinery such as trenchers, cable plows, and boring machines for line placement.
AdvancedOccupational Safety ComplianceAdherence to safety regulations regarding high-voltage lines, confined spaces, and roadside traffic control.
IntermediateCopper Cable TerminationInstalling connectors and terminating copper wiring in junction boxes and distribution frames.