Advanced Telecom Technician: Field Install & Repair

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools provided

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Advanced Telecommunications Technician for a hands-on role in Benoni, Gauteng. The position covers installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of fiber optics, copper, and wireless systems to ensure reliable connectivity for businesses and residences.

The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic skills, experience with telecom equipment, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Telecommunications Technician or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain telecommunications equipment (routers, switches, modems, fiber optic interfaces).
• Perform diagnostic tests and troubleshoot network and service issues.
• Repair and replace faulty equipment and components.
• Install and manage cabling infrastructure (fiber optic and copper).
• Respond to service calls and resolve customer issues promptly.

Skills

Fiber optics

DSL

Ethernet

Wireless technologies

Diagnostic tools

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Driver's license

Certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+

Tools

Test equipment

Cable tester

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Advanced Telecommunications Technician for a hands-on role in Benoni, Gauteng. The position covers installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of fiber optics, copper, and wireless systems to ensure reliable connectivity for businesses and residences.

The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic skills, experience with telecom equipment, and the ability to work independently or in a team.