Telecommunications

Now accepting applications for the Telecommunications Apprenticeship Program.
For a list of requirements for this program, please click here.
Applications will be accepted the first Tuesday of every month.
Application Hours: 8:00am - 11:30am & 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Telecommunications

While the Inside Wireman is installing the conduit and power feeders on a project, the Installer/Technician is working beside the Wireman, installing the network of low voltage cabling that is used for video, voice and data or other low voltage signaling.

Most jobs are in buildings that are partially or fully enclosed to protect from sun, wind and rain; these installations are often installed before air conditioning, heat or permanent light fixtures have been installed in the buildings. Many jobs, however, are in existing buildings or offices; and some work may be outside under varying weather conditions.

Backbone voice and data cables are routed between the entrance facility, where communications signals enter a building: to equipment rooms and telephone rooms. Voice and Data horizontal cables are routed between telephone or equipment rooms and individual workstations throughout the building.

Equipment rooms often contain energized equipment such as hubs, file servers or telephone switches. These devices are configured and connected to the communications network that serves the building, and must not be interrupted as a result of work performed by unqualified workers or those only partially trained.

The Installer Technician installs voice and data outlets at workstations. In addition, they install punch down blocks and cross connects in telephone rooms. These may be wall mounted or rack mounted and must be grouped and identified according to specific installation standards. Whether the work is in new construction or in existing office or manufacturing space, the Installer Technician Craftsman takes pride in the work he or she performs.

The NJATC trains to TIA/EIA and other industry Standards. The NJATC also partners with the major manufacturers in the video, voice and data industry to assure training in the latest technologies including training for manufacturers warranted installs.

He or she may find themselves doing many of the following tasks:
 
  • Plan and Initiate Projects
  • Install Underground Voice or Data Circuit Feeders to Entrance Facilities
  • Provide or Connect to the Grounding Electrode System
  • Install Pathways and Spaces for Installation of Low Voltage Wiring
  • Install, Test Certify and Troubleshoot Local Area Network (LAN) Cabling Systems
  • Lay Out, Install and Verify Operation of Security and Access Control Systems
  • Install Communications and Sound Distribution Systems
  • Provide Testing, Analysis and Repair of Video, Voice and Data Systems; including Electronic Devices such as Gateways, Routers, Hubs, NIC Cards, Telephone Switches
  • Prefabricate Systems, such as Telecommunications Racks, for Field Installation
  • Work on other Sub-systems such as Communications, entertainment, Environmental, Life Safety, Energy Management and Custom Lighting