Junior Field Technician - Reitz

The Talent Room; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Junior Field Technician, where you'll lead installations and repairs on Wireless and Fibre networks. This role offers a dynamic work environment, focusing on home and small business solutions. You'll be responsible for troubleshooting, ensuring quality control, and maintaining safety standards while working at heights or in tight spaces. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background, with hands-on experience in Fibre Optic splicing and RF/Wireless technologies. If you're self-motivated and eager to grow in the IT field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year’s experience in Fibre Optic splicing and RF/Wireless.
• Basic computer skills and technical training in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installations and repairs on Wireless or Fibre networks.
• Troubleshoot issues and ensure client satisfaction post-repair.

Skills

Fibre Optic splicing

RF / Wireless troubleshooting

Basic Networking

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical training (Electronics, IT, Networking)

Driver’s license

Education

Grade 12

Specialized certifications

Tools

FO troubleshooting tools (OTDR, Mass Fusion Splicing)

Hand and power tools

Job description

Our client based in Reitz is looking to appoint a Junior Field Technician.

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 would include, but are not limited to :

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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Receiving daily job cards for new installations.
• Referencing job cards for the correct stock needed for the installation.
• Confirming clients’ needs are met as indicated on job cards. Able to update the Sales or Technical Department to adjust quotes.
• Installation of Fibre and Wireless CPE’s.
• Cable runs internal and external. Both Network and Fibre cable runs.
• Communicate with the Installation Team Leader to confirm RF signal is as required on LOS.
• Communicate with the 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 the 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 cost 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 the client that the 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.

The successful candidate must have the following experience / skills :

• 1 year’s Fibre Optic splicing experience.
• 1 year’s RF / Wireless experience.
• Previous experience in the IT Industry advantageous.
• Basic computer skills
• 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.
• Good analytical and problem-solving 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