FIBRE OPTIC TECHNICIAN

Kabstrading Co; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Kabstrading Co is seeking a skilled Fibre Technician in Pietermaritzburg to install, terminate, and test fiber optic links at customer sites. You will work in aerial, underground, and indoor environments while following safety standards.

You will use OTDRs and fusion splicers, diagnose faults, connect routers and modems, and document all tests and repairs. Customer service and coordination with dispatch help ensure timely, quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and testing fiber optic networks.
• Familiar with OTDRs and fusion splicers.
• Ability to diagnose and repair network faults.
• Capable of working at customer premises and on-site.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Good record-keeping of installations and tests.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables in aerial, underground, and indoor locations.
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of fiber optic networks using OTDRs and fusion splicers.
• Diagnose and repair faults within the fiber optic network infrastructure.
• Mount and connect network equipment, including routers and modems, at customer premises.
• Ensure all installations meet company standards and industry regulations for quality and safety.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, tests, and repairs performed.
• Respond to service calls and customer complaints related to connectivity issues.
• Collaborate with dispatch and management to ensure efficient workflow and timely service delivery.

Skills

Fiber optic installation

Cable termination

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

Technical Certificate in Fiber Optics

Tools

OTDR testing

Fusion splicer

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and splice fiber optic cables in various environments, including aerial, underground, and indoor locations.
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of fiber optic networks using specialized equipment such as OTDRs and fusion splicers.
• Diagnose and repair faults within the fiber optic network infrastructure.
• Mount and connect network equipment, including routers and modems, at customer premises.
• Ensure all installations meet company standards and industry regulations for quality and safety.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, tests, and repairs performed.
• Respond to service calls and customer complaints related to connectivity issues.
• Collaborate with dispatch and management to ensure efficient workflow and timely service delivery.