Telecom Equipment Installer | On-the-Job Training & Overtime

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Tools provided

Health and wellness programs

Growing sector stability

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Equipment Installer for their Queenstown team. You will install and configure telecommunications hardware, including antennas, routers, switches, and cabling, ensuring quality and safety standards.

The role requires reading site plans, using hand and power tools, and wiring data/voice systems. A valid driver's license and a practical, reliable approach are essential; training and overtime opportunities are available within a growing telecoms sector.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in telecommunications installation or related technical field.
• Familiar with telecom cabling types (Cat5e, Cat6, fiber optic).
• Ability to read site plans and installation diagrams.
• Proficient with hand and power tools used in fieldwork.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail, safety-oriented.
• Valid driver's license and commitment to safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Install and mount telecommunications hardware, including antennas, routers, switches, and cabling.
• Run and terminate data and voice cables according to industry standards.
• Configure basic network settings on installed equipment per project specs.
• Test installed systems to ensure proper functionality and connectivity.
• Troubleshoot installation-related issues and make necessary adjustments.
• Adhere to safety protocols and site-specific requirements during installations.

Skills

Telecommunications installation

Cable faulting and testing

Site plans interpretation

Problem-solving

Safety-minded

Valid driver's license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Cable termination tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Equipment Installer for their Queenstown team. You will install and configure telecommunications hardware, including antennas, routers, switches, and cabling, ensuring quality and safety standards.

The role requires reading site plans, using hand and power tools, and wiring data/voice systems. A valid driver's license and a practical, reliable approach are essential; training and overtime opportunities are available within a growing telecoms sector.