Install, maintain, and repair telephone, telegraph, and other telecommunications equipment. May be designated as Installer, Deskperson, Service Engineer, Tester, Adjuster, Frameperson, Wireperson, Mechanic, Trouble Person Repairer, Switchboard Person, Technician, etc. May specialize in one type of equipment such as callbox, teletype, switchboard, telegraph, telephones, tickers, etc.
Last modified: October 16, 2001
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
