Remote Telecom Field Technician: Install, Troubleshoot & Optimize

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Home office setup allowance

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Field Technician to join a remote-first team serving Rustenburg and surroundings. The role emphasizes installation, maintenance, and remote troubleshooting of telecom networks, with on-site visits as required to ensure service quality and client satisfaction.

You will work with cutting-edge equipment, coordinate with remote engineers, and deliver detailed reports from a distributed work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Telecommunications Technician or related field.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure including fiber optics, copper cabling, and wireless technologies.
• Proficiency with remote monitoring and diagnostic tools.
• Excellent time-management and ability to work remotely.
• Strong communication abilities, able to convey technical information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate installation and maintenance of telecommunications systems, including network hardware and cabling.
• Conduct remote diagnostics and troubleshoot network issues efficiently.
• Prepare detailed site reports and service documentation for remote management and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with remote engineering teams to implement network upgrades and configuration changes.
• Provide technical support and guidance to on-site personnel or clients when necessary.
• Stay updated with telecommunications technology and best practices for remote support.

Skills

Telecommunications experience

Network infrastructure

Remote monitoring tools

Time management

Clear communication

Independent worker

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Field Technician to join a remote-first team serving Rustenburg and surroundings. The role emphasizes installation, maintenance, and remote troubleshooting of telecom networks, with on-site visits as required to ensure service quality and client satisfaction.

You will work with cutting-edge equipment, coordinate with remote engineers, and deliver detailed reports from a distributed work environment.