Network Technician Apprentice — Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship from experts

Modern network infrastructure

Career progression

Competitive apprentice salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng's Tembisa area is seeking a Junior Network Technician Apprentice to join its IT infrastructure team. This hands-on role provides entry-level exposure to network administration and support, working alongside seasoned engineers to learn through practical tasks.

You will install and maintain network hardware, monitor performance, and assist with security checks while developing essential skills in TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Strong foundational networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
• Familiarity with network hardware components
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills in network administration
• Good problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a physical office setting

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of network hardware, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Monitor network performance and identify potential issues or bottlenecks.
• Respond to and resolve network-related incidents and service requests.
• Perform routine network checks and security audits under supervision.
• Help document network configurations and troubleshooting procedures.
• Support senior technicians with network upgrades and deployment projects

Skills

Networking concepts

Network hardware

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Eagerness to learn

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng's Tembisa area is seeking a Junior Network Technician Apprentice to join its IT infrastructure team. This hands-on role provides entry-level exposure to network administration and support, working alongside seasoned engineers to learn through practical tasks.

You will install and maintain network hardware, monitor performance, and assist with security checks while developing essential skills in TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and problem solving.