An Electronics Communications Technician is a person who installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs data and communication systems, equipment and cabling on computer networking, telephone, security and other related data systems.
These workers install equipment in buildings, therefore they mostly work indoors. Much of their work consists of upgrading wiring in existing buildings however, many new buildings are prewired for electronic equipment so these workers also do a lot of system installations. Generally, they work daytime and weekday hours, though some may be on call around the clock.
Certification Challenge Application The Challenge Application Package for this trade is currently under development. Over the next several months the ITA will be working with Industry Training Organizations and other Industry Partners to develop the Challenge Application Packages for this trade. You may email or telephone the ITA Customer Service Department and provide your name, mailing address, and the name of your Trade if you wish to be placed on a waiting list for this Challenge Package. An Application Package will be mailed to you as soon as it is available.
Equivalency Status Application Not Applicable.
Prior Work-based Training Credit Application Not Applicable.
