Telecommunications Equipment Installer

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

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Telecommunications Equipment Installer to join their team in Queenstown. This role is essential for the proper setup and configuration of communication systems, ensuring reliable connectivity for clients. You will be responsible for installing various types of telecommunications hardware, including cabling, networking equipment, and antennas, ensuring all work is performed to high standards of quality and safety. The successful candidate will be practical, reliable, and possess the technical aptitude required to succeed in the dynamic telecommunications field within the Eastern Cape.

Key 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 as per project specifications.
• Test installed systems to ensure proper functionality and connectivity.
• Troubleshoot minor installation-related issues and perform necessary adjustments.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and site-specific requirements during installations.

Requirements

• Previous experience in telecommunications installation or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with various types of telecommunications cabling (e.g., Cat5e, Cat6, fiber optic).
• Ability to read and interpret site plans and installation diagrams.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools relevant to the trade.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license and a commitment to safe work practices.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate and potential for overtime.
• On-the-job training and opportunities to gain new certifications.
• Company-provided tools and safety equipment.
• Health and wellness programs.
• A stable position within a growing sector.