Telecommunications Linesworker
OSCA 382333·ANZSCO 342413
1,200
30%
2.1%
40 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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Courses linked to this job include Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation and Certificate III in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation.
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About this career
Installs, maintains and repairs external telecommunication equipment such as aerial lines, conduits and underground cables, radio and mobile phone antennae, and limited items of terminal equipment.
What they typically do
- Installs and maintains external telecommunication equipment such as aerial lines, conduits and underground cables
- Repairs and replaces damaged or faulty telecommunication equipment
- Installs and maintains radio and mobile phone antennae
- Tests and troubleshoots telecommunication equipment to identify and resolve issues
- Performs routine maintenance on telecommunication equipment
- Works at heights on a range of telecommunications structures, such as poles, towers and masts
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Telecommunications Linesworker.
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Certificate II in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation
ICT20219 · AQF 2 · 5 providers
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Certificate III in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation
ICT30419 · AQF 3 · 9 providers