Technical Assistant (Fibre)

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd; Tzaneen; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Technical Assistant for installation and maintenance tasks in Louis Trichardt. The role involves assisting in installations, troubleshooting, and ensuring the maintenance of fibre optic systems. Candidates should be self-disciplined, organized, and able to work both independently and in a team. A Grade 12 is required, along with a good understanding of hand tools and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be presentable, punctual, and organized.
• Willingness to work overtime and at heights.
• Previous experience in a similar work environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installations for fibre optic and wireless systems.
• Conduct site surveys and repairs.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are organized.

Skills

Good working knowledge of hand and power tools

Basic computer skills

Self-disciplined

Team player

Reliable

Ability to understand and follow instructions

Medically fit

Ability to work under pressure

Efficient time management

Education

Grade 12

Specialized certifications or training

Job description

Applications are invited for the Technical Assistant position to be based in Louis Trichardt.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Technical Assistant’s main duty will be assisting with installations, troubleshooting, and maintaining all fibre optic and wireless systems.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Site Survey:
• Assist with signal’s scan and throughput tests to High site.
• Assist with taking photos of location for CPE bracket, cable run, plug, PoE and router locations.
• Callout Repairs:
• Tidy and clean up after job completion.
• Assist with site inspection for possible future problems, i.e. trees in the way.
• Take photos.
• Installation:
• Mount brackets, cable hooks as required and indicated by Senior Technician.
• Install cable runs as indicated by Senior Technician.
• Tidy and clean up after job completion.
• CPE Recovery:
• Remove relevant equipment and clean-up.
• Vehicle:
• Ensure all tools and equipment are neatly organized inside the vehicle.
• Ensure daily stock is loaded.
• Ensure backup stock levels are maintained in the vehicle.
• Ensure that the vehicle is stocked with all necessary consumables needed.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Good working knowledge of hand and power tools used in this position.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Self-disciplined, motivated, and organized.
• Must be a team player.
• Must be presentable, reliable, and punctual.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Must be medically fit and follow all Health and Safety procedures.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, confined spaces, isolation.
• Must be able and willing to work at heights and under pressure.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• Previous experience in a similar work environment is advantageous.
• Have a good understanding of equipment used for installations.
• Able to follow and prioritize tasks according to instructions given by Install team.
• Must show pride in work ethic and company property
• Efficient time management.

Education Requirements:

• Grade 12.
• Any specialized certifications or training would be an added advantage.

Application Documentation

You will be required to upload copies of your ID, Driver's Licence and Qualifications as part of your application.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individual candidates in line with Herotel’s Employment Equity Plan.
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• Kindly note that should you not receive feedback from us within 4 weeks of applying, you should consider yourself unsuccessful for the role.