Install, set up, rearrange, or remove switching, distribution, routing, and dialing equipment used in central offices or headends. Service or repair telephone, cable television, Internet, and other communications equipment on customers' property. May install communications equipment or communications wiring in buildings.
Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers
SOC: 49-2022 O*NET: 49-2022.00
Median Salary
$62,630
per year
Job Growth
📉 -4.2%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
13.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Install, set up, rearrange, or remove switching, distribution, routing, and dialing equipment used in central offices or headends. Service or repair telephone, cable television, Internet, and other communications equipment on customers' property. May install communications equipment or communications wiring in buildings.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$37,578
25th
$50,104
50th (Median)
$62,630
75th
$75,156
90th
$93,945
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:156,900
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-4.2%
Annual Openings:13,200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)156,900
Current
2034 (Projected)150,400
-4.2%
-6,600
Employment Change
-4.2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
✓
Repairing
Repairing
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Maintenance
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Telecommunications
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
English Language
✓
Mathematics
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Mechanical
✓
Engineering and Technology
✓
Education and Training
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year