Fibre Optic Field Technician Assistant

Kabstrading Co; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kabstrading Co in Cape Town is seeking a Fibre Technician to assist with network maintenance across designated sites. You will perform preventive and reactive maintenance and help keep the work areas tidy and safe.

Responsibilities include managing cables, documenting tasks, and carrying out OTDR tests. You will also support reinstatements, fibre installations, and general field work while ensuring SHEQ compliance and safe vehicle upkeep.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Assist the Fibre Technician with network maintenance, including preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment at all designated sites (e.g., manholes, surrounding work areas).
• Ensure tools, equipment, and the maintenance vehicle are clean, safe, and in good working order.
• Manage and organise cables on slack brackets.
• Assist with documentation, labelling, and record-keeping requirements.
• Perform OTDR monitoring, relay findings, and save test traces accurately.
• Comply with all SHEQ policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Keep the vehicle file updated and report any defects or damages.
• Support reinstatements, fibre installations, cable installations, and general field work.

Job description

Kabstrading Co in Cape Town is seeking a Fibre Technician to assist with network maintenance across designated sites. You will perform preventive and reactive maintenance and help keep the work areas tidy and safe.

Responsibilities include managing cables, documenting tasks, and carrying out OTDR tests. You will also support reinstatements, fibre installations, and general field work while ensuring SHEQ compliance and safe vehicle upkeep.