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Is being a telecommunications line worker a good fit for you?

Installs and repairs telephone and internet cables, including fibre optic cable. Works on poles, underground and in buildings.

What the work involves

  • Joins cables using hand tools, resin or mechanical equipment.
  • Inspects and tests lines and cables, recording and analysing results to find faults.
  • Cleans and looks after tools and test equipment.
  • Sets up service for customers by installing, connecting, testing and adjusting equipment such as internet modems.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.

How much training it needs

Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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