Field Telecom Network Installer - Vehicle & Growth

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Network Installer in Soweto, Gauteng to deploy and maintain telecom infrastructure, including fiber and copper cabling, and networking equipment at customer premises. The role emphasizes hands-on, on-site work with focus on reliability and safety, including site surveys, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and training customers on new equipment.

A driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in telecommunications or network infrastructure installation.
• Familiarity with fiber optic splicing, termination, and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of network cabling standards (e.g., Cat5e, Cat6, Fiber Optics).
• Ability to install and configure common networking hardware (routers, switches).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic and copper cabling for telecommunications networks.
• Install and configure network equipment, including routers, switches, modems, and access points.
• Perform site surveys to determine optimal installation locations for equipment and cabling.
• Troubleshoot and repair network connectivity issues for residential and business customers.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, and installation manuals.
• Ensure all installations are completed according to industry standards and company specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, service calls, and equipment inventory.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and procedures while working on-site and in potentially hazardous environments.
• Provide basic customer training on newly installed telecommunications equipment.

Skills

Telecommunications installation

Fiber optic testing

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Reading schematics

Tools

Fiber splicing tools

Termination equipment

Testing equipment

Network cabling tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Network Installer in Soweto, Gauteng to deploy and maintain telecom infrastructure, including fiber and copper cabling, and networking equipment at customer premises. The role emphasizes hands-on, on-site work with focus on reliability and safety, including site surveys, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and training customers on new equipment.

A driving license is required.