Technical Installation Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Ongoing training

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Installation Specialist to join our Pretoria field operations team. You will be responsible for the physical installation, setup, and initial testing of equipment at customer premises, ensuring systems are operational and meet requirements.

Strong client-facing skills and commitment to quality are essential. The role requires reading technical diagrams, following project plans, and traveling to multiple client sites within the Pretoria area.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a technical installation or field service role.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical and networking principles relevant to installations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics and manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving and meticulous approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Execute physical installation of equipment at client sites according to plans.
• Perform system testing and initial configuration post-installation.
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate complex problems when needed.
• Keep sites clean, organized and properly documented.
• Provide basic guidance and answer client questions about equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and company procedures on-site.

Skills

Technical installation experience

Electrical, mechanical and networking

Read schematics and manuals

Client-facing communication

Valid driver's license

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Technical Installation Specialist to join their field operations team in Pretoria . This role is crucial for ensuring the successful deployment of our client's advanced technological solutions at customer premises. You will be responsible for the physical installation, setup, and initial testing of equipment, working closely with clients to ensure their systems are operational and meet all requirements. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical skills, a commitment to quality workmanship, and excellent client-facing abilities to represent the company professionally on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the physical installation of equipment and systems at client locations according to detailed project plans and specifications.
• Perform comprehensive system testing and initial configuration to verify functionality and performance post-installation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues that arise during the installation process, escalating complex problems as needed.
• Ensure all installation sites are left clean and organized, with proper documentation of work completed.
• Provide basic operational guidance and answer client questions regarding the newly installed equipment.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and company procedures while on client sites.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a technical installation or field service role, preferably with complex equipment or IT systems.
• Solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, and networking principles relevant to installations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and installation manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a meticulous approach to work.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective client interaction and communication within the Pretoria area.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be willing to travel to various client sites.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Provision of tools, equipment, and a company vehicle for work-related travel.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and skill development in emerging technologies.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment focused on team success.