Keyword

Telecomm Technician

Cable Jointer

TV Technician / Cable Technician

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Previous relevant work experience

The tasks a Cable Television Installer is expected to perform include: Installing cable television cables and equipment on customer's premises, using electrician's tools and test equipment Measuring television signal strength at utility pole, using electronic test equipment Computing impedance of wire from pole to house to determine additional resistance needed for reducing signal to desired level Installing terminal boxes and strings lead-in wires, using electrician's tools

Connecting television set to cable system and evaluating incoming signal Adjusting and repairing cable system to ensure optimum reception

Collecting installation fees and explaining cable service operation to subscriber Communicating with supervisor, using two way radio or telephone, to receive instructions or technical advice and to report problems to be repaired Reporting unauthorized use of cable system to supervisor

Cleaning and maintaining tools, test equipment, etc.

Competent in handling wires, cables, cords multi-colour coded cables, etc.

Expertise in television set installations and procedures

Proficient in problem solving for television set up and installation

Knowledge of insulation, wires, etc.

Well-versed with electrical circuits

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Alertness and attentiveness

Physically fit

Problem solving skills

Ability to read and write (basics)Good interpersonal skills

It is not a desk job

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Electronic companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company Shift system maybe available

Being self-employed is also an option. In this case, the working hours and days will be flexible

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?Maybe

This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)

Occupational hazards include exhaustion, cuts, bruises, mild electrical shocks, asthma, etc.

Health risks include exposure to electricity, live wires, electrical wires, grease, tools, working in open public areas, etc.

For candidates with up to 2 years of experience INR 3,000 to INR 5,000 per month

For candidates with 2 to 5years of experience?INR 5,000 to INR 8,000 per month

For candidates with over 6 years of experience INR 7,000 to INR 9,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Recruitment Scenario and Investment Trends in the Electronic Sector in India

Recruitment in the electronics sector is predominantly through industry personnel visiting colleges, training institutes and ITIs. Government schemes like ?Apprenticeshipplay a crucial role in supplying technical manpower for manufacturing and maintenance segment. Increasing consumer and business demand for electronic and IT hardware products is expected to touch the 24 lakh crore mark by 2020. With imports of electronic products expected to touch the 18 lakh crore mark by 2020, the government is making concerted efforts to encourage domestic manufacturing in the sector. This indicates good job opportunities for professionals in the industry, including Cable Television Installer.

Cable manufacturers and Electricians across India

Television manufacturers across India

Self-employed

Towns and cities across India

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Electronics training and industrial training institutes in India

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