Field Technician Junior

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company is seeking a Field Technician - Junior in Potchefstroom to lead installations and repairs on Wireless and Fibre networks. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in fibre optic splicing and RF/Wireless environments, alongside good problem-solving and customer service skills. Responsibilities include overseeing installations, ensuring safety compliance, and performing troubleshooting. The role requires effective planning and the ability to work in physical settings, including at heights.

Qualifications

• 1 year's Fibre Optic splicing experience.
• 1 year's RF/Wireless experience.
• Knowledge of network structures and crimping.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installations/repairs on Wireless or Fibre networks.
• Follow SOPs and maintain project documentation.
• Perform fibre troubleshooting and installations.

Skills

Fibre Optic splicing experience

RF/Wireless experience

Customer service experience

Problem-solving skills

Basic Networking

Leadership skills

Education

Grade 12

Specialized certifications

Tools

FO troubleshooting tools

Hand and power tools

Fusion splicing machine

Job description

Applications are invited for the Field Technician - Junior position to be based in Potchefstroom, North West.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Field Technician Junior’s main duty will be to oversee and lead installations/repairs on Wireless or Fibre networks, focusing on standard home or small basic business installations/repairs/surveys.

Key Performance Areas

General

• Follow set SOP’s and procedures.
• Work closely with a Team Leader and Scheduler.
• Maintaining project and safety documentation.
• Accurate reporting and updates on work done.
• Ensuring all relevant stock is available for the work that was scheduled.
• Keep equipment well maintained.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety procedures.
• Completing all SHER and OHS required documentation.
• Fibre Troubleshooting: Splicing, testing, dome management
• Wireless Troubleshooting: Signal testing on CPE’s, access points and bandwidth capacity.
• Basic Network Troubleshooting: Ip conflicts, firewall issues and routing issues.
• Installation of VoIP systems.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Work overtime, weekends, or on emergency call outs as required.
• Working at heights: House roofs, telephone/gum poles or large buildings.
• Working in crawl and small spaces for installation purposes.

Installation

• Receiving daily job cards for new installations.
• Referencing job cards for correct stock needed for the installation.
• Confirming clients’ needs are met as indicated on job cards. Able to update Sales or Technical Department to adjust quote.
• Installation of Fibre and Wireless CPE’s.
• Cable runs internal and external. Both Network and Fibre cable runs.
• Communicate with Installation Team Leader to confirm RF signal is as required on LOS.
• Communicate with Installation Team Leader to confirm Fibre signal is as required and color allocations are correct.
• Basic access point and network setups.
• Setup and confirm the client’s existing equipment is still working and that client verified that everything works as it should.
• Upgrade all equipment's firmware, clean up and take photos for quality control.
• Follow quality control with your team leader for confirmation when the installation has been completed.
• Complete installation job card with equipment used, related technical information and photos.
• Inspect site, for possible future problems. Take photos and update accordingly.
• Update Ticket with all relevant work done for job card completion and invoicing.

Callout Repairs

• Confirm issues with client as described on ticket.
• Troubleshoot fast and sufficiently.
• Able to identify problems leading to Fibre or Wireless not performing optimally and determine solutions.
• Communicate costs implications involved with the repair if any.
• Has knowledge of products and pricing.
• Able to resolve the issue on site or replace the necessary equipment.
• Confirm with client that repair has been completed and that the client tested.
• Ensure that the client is satisfied with the work that has been done.
• Follow quality control with your team leader for confirmation when the repair has been completed.
• Inspect site, for possible future problems. Take photos and update accordingly.
• Update ticket with all relevant work done for job card completion and invoicing.

CPE Recovery: Wireless & Fibre

• Remove relevant equipment and clean-up.
• Complete recovery job card with equipment removed.

Requirements

• 1 year’s Fibre Optic splicing experience.
• 1 year’s RF/Wireless experience.
• Knowledge around network structures, crimping.
• Previous experience in the IT Industry advantageous.
• Basic computer skills
• Customer service experience.
• Basic Networking considered an asset.
• Technical training considered an asset. Electronics, IT, Networking, VoIP, IP cameras etc.
• Experience using FO troubleshooting tools (i.e. OTDR, Mass Fusion Splicing, etc.).
• Driver’s license.
• Clean driving record.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective planning skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Good working knowledge of hand and power tools used in this position.
• Proficient in fibre cable termination with connectors.
• Well versed in fusion splicing machine technique.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work neatly and accurately.
• Technically minded.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment including, but is not limited to:
  • Carry, raise and climb a ladder.
  • Carry, lift and handle heavy equipment (manhole covers, cable reels).
• Self-disciplined, motivated and organised.
• Medically fit & able to work at height.

Education Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Specialized certifications would be an advantage.

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• Preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individual candidates in line with Herotel’s Employment Equity Plan.
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