Fiber Optic Installer — Vehicle & Training Benefits

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Ongoing training

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a dedicated Fiber Optic Installation Technician to join our client’s expanding telecom team in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will install, terminate, and splice fiber optics, perform testing, and ensure safety and quality workmanship on residential and commercial projects.

You should have proven fiber experience, familiarity with OTDRs and fusion splicers, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in varied environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fiber Optic Technician or similar role.
• Proficiency in splicing, termination, and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with OTDR, power meter, light source, fusion splicer.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables in aerial, underground, and indoor locations.
• Test and troubleshoot networks using OTDRs and fusion splicers.
• Diagnose and repair faults in fiber optic networks and equipment.
• Mount and connect network devices at customer premises.
• Maintain safety and quality workmanship per standards.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Fiber splicing

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Manual dexterity

Driver's license

Tools

OTDR

Power meter

Light source

Fusion splicer

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a dedicated Fiber Optic Installation Technician to join our client’s expanding telecom team in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will install, terminate, and splice fiber optics, perform testing, and ensure safety and quality workmanship on residential and commercial projects.

You should have proven fiber experience, familiarity with OTDRs and fusion splicers, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in varied environments.