telecommunications engineering technician

Description

Telecommunications engineering technician deploy, maintain and monitor a telecommunication system that provides interactions between data and voice communications, such as telephone, video conferencing, computer, and voicemail systems. They are also involved in the design, manufacturing, construction, maintenance and repair of telecommunication systems. Telecommunications engineering technicians provide technical assistance in the research and development of telecommunication equipment.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

ICT communications protocols analog electronics theory direct inward dialing telecom regulations organisational policies ICT system user requirements quality assurance methodologies electromagnetism microwave principles electronics principles

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

apply system organisational policies upgrade firmware use a complex communication system manage changes in ICT system manage system testing apply ICT system usage policies interpret technical texts support ICT system users manage system security use session border controller use scripting programming calibrate electronic instruments install monitors for process control integrate system components operate electronic measuring instruments

OPTIONALOptional competences

log transmitter readings operate private branch exchange implement a virtual private network meet deadlines execute ICT audits solder electronics provide cost benefit analysis reports solve ICT system problems maintain telephony system