Telecoms engineers work on satellite, digital TV and fibre optic systems, and install broadband, mobile and landline phone networks.
£16,000 Starter
to£30,000 Experienced
39 to 41 a week
on call at short notice
You can get into this job through:
You could get a college qualification in a subject like:
You may need:
You could start by doing a communications technician advanced apprenticeship or higher apprenticeship for telecoms professionals.
You'll usually need:
You'll need:
You may need a full driving licence to travel from job to job.
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
You could work at a client's home or at a client's business.
Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers, at height, you'll travel often and cramped.
You may need to wear safety clothing.
With training and experience, you could move into supervisory roles, network design or electronic engineering.
You could set up your own installation and repair business.
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