Resources
TOOL LIST
Reference tool lists by classification — Inside Wireman, Residential Wireman, and VDV Technician. Use these as a general guide to the tools you're expected to bring.
Inside Wireman
Standard conventional kit, kept in the employee's personal, name-marked tool box.
- •Side-cutting pliers
- •Long-nose pliers
- •Diagonal cutters
- •2 channel-lock / gas pliers
- •Claw hammer (ball-peen optional)
- •Wood chisel
- •Cold chisel
- •Screwdriver set
- •Plumb bob
- •Center punch
- •Keyhole saw
- •Voltage tester
- •Level (18″ or less)
- •6′ rule and/or up to 12′ steel tape
- •Tap wrench
- •Adjustable hacksaw frame
- •Small metal file
- •2 pipe wrenches (10–14″) or chain wrench
- •Chalk line
- •Tri-square
- •5 speed wrenches (½″ or less)
- •Crescent wrench (8–10″)
- •Allen head wrench set (½″)
- •Flashlight
- •Pocket knife
- •Pencils
- •Latest NEC + applicable city code
These lists are provided as a general reference. Tool requirements can vary by contractor and job. Confirm the current required list with the JATC or the hall.