
NETWORK CABLE INSTALLATION
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Cable installers work in homes and businesses to install and repair telecommunications cables for phone lines, internet access, and cable television.
Career Details
Skills
Students in Network Cable Installation are trained in the following subject areas:
- Installing data and fiber optic cabling
- Inspecting or testing lines or cables to assess cable viability and locate faults or malfunctions
- Using hand tools, epoxy, or mechanical equipment to splice cables
- Reassembling machines after making repairs or replacing parts
- Testing circuits and equipment components for pieces that are not working correctly
Requirements
Before entering the program, students must:
- Complete all required activity in the Career Preparation Period, including Career Exploration and Career Success/Workplace Skills.
- Have strong math and reading skills.
Credentials
As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages, and promotions.
Job Corps’ Network Cable Installation training program provides students with the opportunity to receive training and certification in two different areas—Copper-Based Installation and Fiber Optics-Based Installation
Network Cable Installation Numbers to Know
$57K
National average earning potential for this career
Completion times vary by training area. Check with your admissions advisor.
Expectations
While on the job, you will be expected to display the following traits at all times:
Attention to detail
Concentration
Dependability
Integrity
Listening skills
Problem-solving skills