
This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
Explore all careersJunior Telecommunications Technicians assist in installing and maintaining telecommunications equipment, performing outdoor tasks under supervision.
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In Australia, a full time Junior Telecommunications Technician generally earns $1,224 per week ($63,648 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience and technical expertise (and a trade qualification) you can expect a higher salary than people who are new to the role.
There are approximately 2,400 Junior Telecommunications Technicians employed in Australia right now. Junior Telecommunications Technicians and Trade Assistants are employed by media and telecommunications firms as well as construction, manufacturing, and scientific organisations.
Source: Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Junior Telecommunications Technicians receive on-the-job training, but you’ll boost your chances of employment with a Certificate II in Telecommunications Technology or a Certificate III in Telecommunications Network Build and Operation. These courses take 6-12 months to complete. You might also need a construction industry White Card and working at heights permit.
Junior Telecommunications Technicians assist qualified technicians install and maintain fibre optic cables and other telecommunications equipment including network conduit, ariels, antennae, and data transmission appliances. They mainly carry out outdoor labouring work under the supervision of a qualified tradesperson.
As a Junior Telecommunications Technician you’ll be digging, lifting, carrying, cutting and laying cable. A typical work day might involve climbing ladders, driving to a remote location, and working from a roof-top or ceiling.