{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:45.219Z","occupation":{"soc":"49-2022.00","title":"Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers","group":"Installation, Maintenance & Repair","sector":"23","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the installation, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of telecommunications equipment — including wired, wireless, and networked systems — across residential, commercial, and infrastructure environments typical of Job Zone 3 broadband and telecommunications technician roles.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Basic hand tools and test meters — identify and handle correctly under direct supervision on a telecommunications installation job site.","Wire and cable color codes — recognize and differentiate to support accurate connection tasks during supervised training assignments.","Telephone and data communication wiring — assist in running cables between components following labeled diagrams under technician guidance.","Newly installed telecommunications equipment — observe and document post-installation test results as directed by a senior technician.","Circuit diagrams and wiring schematics — read and interpret basic layouts to locate connection points during entry-level installation work.","Personal protective equipment and site safety protocols — apply consistently when entering manholes, cable vaults, or elevated work areas.","Ladders and truck-mounted booms — use under close supervision to access equipment mounting points at residential or commercial sites.","Customer inquiries about newly installed equipment — listen actively and relay questions or concerns to a supervising technician for resolution.","Standard switching equipment and wiring frames — assist in assembling components according to step-by-step instructions on structured cabling projects.","Power supply connections — support testing procedures to confirm adequate voltage levels under direct technician oversight."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Malfunctioning telecommunications equipment — isolate fault sources independently using test meters, polarity probes, and circuit diagrams on routine service calls.","Repaired or updated communication systems — perform post-repair functional tests and verify conformance to specifications using approved test equipment.","Data and telephone communication lines — install and terminate wiring runs from distribution frames to customer premises with minimal oversight.","Poles, ladders, and truck-mounted booms — climb and operate safely and efficiently to install or maintain aerial telecommunications equipment.","Wire and cable color differentiation — apply color-code knowledge consistently to complete accurate splicing and cross-connection tasks on active networks.","Computer systems and network components — assemble and configure standard telecommunications hardware in office or commercial environments following documented procedures.","Communications links and power supply connections — test and validate circuit continuity and signal quality after installation or repair activities.","Customers receiving new or upgraded equipment — explain device operation clearly, demonstrate features, and address common questions or complaints professionally.","Equipment maintenance schedules — perform routine preventive maintenance on telecommunications hardware and log findings in service management systems.","Underground cable access points — enter and work safely in confined spaces such as manholes to inspect, connect, or repair cable infrastructure."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex or intermittent telecommunications faults — diagnose and resolve autonomously using advanced test equipment, systems analysis, and deductive reasoning across diverse site environments.","Non-standard wiring configurations and legacy switching equipment — adapt installation and repair approaches to meet specifications without precedent-specific guidance.","Newly installed and repaired equipment — conduct comprehensive functional and performance testing, interpreting results against technical specifications to confirm full system compliance.","Network security and VPN equipment software — configure and verify secure communications links on enterprise telecommunications installations.","CAD and GIS tools — use to plan cable routing, document infrastructure layouts, and support accurate field installations on large-scale broadband projects.","Escalated customer complaints regarding service quality — investigate root causes, implement corrective actions, and communicate technical resolutions clearly to non-technical stakeholders.","Full-scope telecommunications infrastructure — manage installation of integrated systems including fiber, copper, and wireless components across multi-site commercial deployments.","Critical safety judgments in elevated or confined-space environments — apply independently, adjusting work methods when hazards deviate from expected conditions.","Operating system and communications server software — install, configure, and troubleshoot to restore telecommunications platform functionality with minimal service disruption.","Analytical and expert system software — apply to monitor network performance, identify systemic issues, and recommend infrastructure improvements based on data trends."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational troubleshooting standards and repair workflows — develop and implement to improve diagnostic efficiency and reduce mean-time-to-repair across regional technician teams.","Emerging telecommunications technologies and installation methodologies — evaluate and integrate into company practices, ensuring the workforce remains current with industry evolution.","Junior and mid-level technicians — mentor and coach in fault diagnosis, safety compliance, and customer communication to accelerate professional development.","Technical training curricula for installation and repair competencies — design and deliver for new hires and apprentices aligned with Job Zone 3 qualification standards.","Quality assurance programs for telecommunications installations — establish metrics, audit field work, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across service territories.","Complex, high-stakes telecommunications projects — lead planning, resource allocation, and execution for enterprise or municipal infrastructure deployments.","Cross-functional relationships with engineering, operations, and customer service teams — coordinate to align telecommunications installation strategies with broader organizational objectives.","Organizational safety culture in aerial, subterranean, and confined-space work environments — champion policy development and enforce compliance at the leadership level.","Technology procurement decisions for test equipment, tools, and software platforms — advise and influence based on operational needs and long-term infrastructure strategy.","Telecommunications systems performance data — analyze at organizational scale to identify capability gaps, prioritize capital investments, and present findings to senior leadership."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}