Telecom Field Technician - Fiber & Network Installations

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical and dental coverage

Provident fund

Extensive training on new technologies

Company vehicle, fuel card & mobile

Work-life balance support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Field Technician to join our client’s Gauteng team in Tembisa. You will install, test, and commission telecom equipment, diagnose faults, and perform routine maintenance while delivering quality service in the field.

You will handle documentation, operate diagnostic tools, and collaborate with the network operations center. A high school diploma with telecom certification is preferred, plus a valid driver’s license and ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Technical certification in telecommunications or electronics is preferred.
• Experience as a field technician in telecom is necessary.
• Ability to read technical diagrams and use diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission telecom equipment including fiber optic cables, routers, and modems.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative checks on network infrastructure.
• Diagnose and resolve faults reported by customers or monitoring systems.
• Respond to emergency service calls to repair network outages or equipment failures.
• Ensure installations and repairs comply with company standards and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of service calls, installations, and repairs performed.
• Provide basic technical support and educate customers on service usage.
• Collaborate with the network operations center to escalate complex issues.
• Manage and maintain a company vehicle, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in telecommunications or electronics

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Field Technician to join our client’s Gauteng team in Tembisa. You will install, test, and commission telecom equipment, diagnose faults, and perform routine maintenance while delivering quality service in the field.

You will handle documentation, operate diagnostic tools, and collaborate with the network operations center. A high school diploma with telecom certification is preferred, plus a valid driver’s license and ability to work independently.