Junior Estate Technical Assistant- Durban North

Architectural Services; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A local service provider in Durban is seeking a Technical Assistant to support the installation of alarm systems. The ideal candidate has a minimum of Grade 12, at least 5 years of experience as a Wireman, and is PSIRA registered. The role involves working under pressure, attention to detail, and performing various installation duties. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• PSIRA registered (Grade C) is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Wireman.
• Valid driver's licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation of alarm and security equipment.
• Run new cables and drill holes.
• Inform technician about equipment limitations and requirements.
• Conduct fault finding.
• Clean vehicles and premises after installation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Practical electrical/electronic knowledge

Education

Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

Job description

POSITION

Technical Assistant

Job Requirements & Other Attributes

• PSIRA registered (Grade C) advantageous
• Proven ability to work under pressure and show attention to detail
• Valid driver's licence

Qualification & Experience

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Wireman
• Practical electrical/electronic knowledge advantageous

Main Purpose Of Job

To assist Technician with installing of cabling of an alarm system, drilling and be able to connect detectors and the panel. Be able to power-up and walk-test the system. A Technical Assistant at this level is suitably qualified and experienced (to the Company’s standards) to install the cabling of an alarm system as well as Intercom, CCTV & Access Control systems, do drilling on his own, connect detectors and the alarm control panel and also to power-up and walk-test the alarm system without the help of a technician present.

DUTIES

• Assist technician with installations of alarm and security equipment
• Assist by running new cables, applying glue, drill holes, mount detectors, panels, contacts, lights, etc
• Inform technician of any shortfalls or limitations of the equipment and tools
• Inform technician of cabling required for an installation
• Assist technician with user functions and be able to do a handover
• Clean vehicles and premises after an installation
• Fault finding
• May require working overtime/weekends