Field Telecom Technician - On-Site Installations & Repairs

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools provided

Safety equipment provided

Company vehicle

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Telecommunications Technician for on-site work in Tembisa, Gauteng. The role involves installing, maintaining and repairing telecom equipment at customer sites and network access points.

You will diagnose issues, follow safety standards, and provide hands-on technical support. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant vocational training, and proven field experience with fiber optics, copper cabling and wireless tech.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational telecom training preferred.
• Experience as a Telecommunications Technician or similar field.
• Strong understanding of fiber optics, copper cabling and wireless tech.
• Proficiency with hand tools, testing equipment, and diagnostic software.
• Ability to read diagrams, blueprints and manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving and field troubleshooting skills.
• Good physical condition for on-site work, ladders, and lifting.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, and maintain telecom equipment (fiber, routers, modems, base stations).
• Conduct routine maintenance and diagnostics to prevent downtime.
• Respond to service calls and troubleshoot customer issues.
• Repair or replace faulty equipment per standards and specs.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company protocols on-site.
• Maintain records of work, service reports, and inventories.
• Provide basic technical support to customers on telecom services.
• Collaborate with central tech support to resolve issues.
• Ensure tools and equipment are in good condition.
• Manage time and resources to complete tasks efficiently.

Skills

Field work

Telecommunications knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OTDR

Signal meters

Diagnostic software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Field Telecommunications Technician for on-site work in Tembisa, Gauteng. The role involves installing, maintaining and repairing telecom equipment at customer sites and network access points.

You will diagnose issues, follow safety standards, and provide hands-on technical support. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant vocational training, and proven field experience with fiber optics, copper cabling and wireless tech.