Fiber Optic Field Technician – Nelspruit, Mpumalanga

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Telecoms Field Technician in Nelspruit to install, maintain and repair fiber optic networks for homes and businesses. You will work hands-on with OTDRs, power meters and light sources, ensuring quality connectivity and reliability on-site.

The role requires a technical certification bonus and 2+ years in fiber optics, with a strong focus on safety and practical problem-solving in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification is a strong advantage.
• 2+ years in fiber optic field installation and maintenance.
• Experience with splicing, termination and testing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic cables and equipment per specs.
• Diagnostics and troubleshooting to identify faults in fiber networks.
• Perform regular maintenance of fiber infrastructure and safety practices.
• Respond to service calls for repairs and installations on-site.
• Operate OTDRs, power meters and light sources; document results.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

Termination

Testing techniques

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification in Telecommunications

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Light source

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Telecoms Field Technician in Nelspruit to install, maintain and repair fiber optic networks for homes and businesses. You will work hands-on with OTDRs, power meters and light sources, ensuring quality connectivity and reliability on-site.

The role requires a technical certification bonus and 2+ years in fiber optics, with a strong focus on safety and practical problem-solving in varying weather conditions.