What is a Telecommunication Installer/Technician?

A Telecommunication Installer/Technician installs and maintains the following:

·       Residential and Commercial telephone systems including:

                   Structural Wiring, Electronic Key Systems and PBX

·                  Local Area Networks and Ethernet and Token Ring

·                  Voice Data Switching and CATV/CCTV

·                  Video Recording and Reproduction Equipment

·                  Sound and Security Systems

·                  Fiber Optics

·                  Underground Cabling and Integration Networks

What are the program specifics?

·                  Length of program – 4 years

·                  A minimum of 640 hours of classroom training

·                  A minimum of 8000 hours of on-the-job training

·                  Starting pay – 50% technician rate

How do I qualify?

·                  $10.00 application fee

·                  At least 17 years of age

·                  Possess a diploma or GED and provide High School transcripts

·                  Have a valid Driver’s License

·                  Successfully complete Algebra 1 (transcripts required)

           .                  Sit for Aptitude Test

What will be helpful to succeed?

·                  Above average reading ability

·                  Algebra, geometry, trigonometry

·                  Physical Science

·                  Mechanical drawing and blueprint reading

Where do I apply?

          Charlie Kenser/Chris Fridel

          Training Directors

          Cincinnati Area Electricians JATC

          5455 Glenway Ave.

          Cincinnati, Ohio 45238

          (513) 281-6924, Fax (513) 281-6934

          Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

          cfridel@thegcac.org

          www.electricaltc.org