Telecommunications Equipment Maintainer Electrical & Electronic Trades Workers
SaveWhat Does a Telecommunications Equipment Maintainer Do?
Telecommunications equipment maintainers repair, install or maintain mobile or stationary radio transmitting, broadcasting, and receiving equipment, and two-way radio communications systems (cellular telecommunications, mobile broadband, ship-to-shore, aircraft-to-ground communications, radio equipment in service and emergency vehicles). They also focus on communication towers, antennas, amplifiers and connectors. They may test and analyse network coverage.
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ICT Network Cable Limitations
The limitations, such as distance limitations and resistance of types of cables, such as fibre cable, coax cable and ethernet cable which are used for realising networks.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Telecommunications Equipment Maintainer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialICT Network Cable Limitations knowledge
The limitations, such as distance limitations and resistance of types of cables, such as fibre cable, coax cable and ethernet cable which are used for realising networks.
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EssentialCalibrate Electronic Instruments skill
Correct and adjust the reliability of an electronic instrument by measuring output and comparing results with the data of a reference device or a set of standardised results. This is …
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EssentialInstall Low Voltage Wiring skill
Plan, deploy, troubleshoot and test low voltage wiring.
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EssentialOperate Two-way Radio Systems skill
Use radios that can receive and transmit sound signals in order to communicate with similar radios on the same frequency such as mobile phones and walkie talkies.
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EssentialRepair Wiring skill
Find faults in wires or cables by using specialised equipment and repair these faults depending on type of wiring.
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EssentialSolder Electronics skill
Operate and use soldering tools and soldering iron, which supply high temperatures to melt the solder and to join electronic components.
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EssentialAssess Telecommunication Infrastructure Issues skill
Evaluate problems in telecommunication infrastructure by using specialised methods, applications and tools to find weaknesses and stress points in a network and elements of the infrastructure regarding aspects such as …
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EssentialMaintain Radio Communications Equipment skill
Perform testing or repairing activities on radio transmitting and receiving equipment, such as testing control circuits.
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EssentialOperate Remote Broadcast Equipment skill
Handle equipment that is used for broadcasting from locations which are far from central station. The pickup unit (RPU) is the most common tool for this communication.
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Optional Skills (5 of 6 displayed)
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OptionalICT Power Consumption knowledge
The energy consumption and types of models of software as well as hardware elements.
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OptionalMeet Deadlines skill
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
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OptionalOperate Audio Equipment skill
Apply technologies for re-creation or recording of sounds, such as speaking, sound of instruments in electrical or mechanical form.
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OptionalOperate Radio Equipment skill
Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio …
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OptionalUse Precision Tools skill
Use electronic, mechanical, electric, or optical precision tools for precision work.
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OptionalInstall Signal Repeaters skill
Set up and configure devices which enhance strength of signal of a communication channel to enable proper reception and reproduction in further places.
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