Telecom Field Technician – Western Cape; Vehicle Provided

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical benefits

Retirement fund

Paid training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Telecommunications Field Technician to install, maintain and repair telecom equipment across customer sites in Paarl, Western Cape. The role requires hands-on work, independent field performance and strong problem-solving ability to ensure service excellence.

You will handle equipment like CPE, routers and switches, perform diagnostics, and collaborate with central support for complex issues while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification or certification in Telecommunications, Electronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Telecommunications Technician or similar role.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications networks, including copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Proficiency with testing equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and cable testers.
• Experience with installation and troubleshooting of telecom equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, test, and maintain telecommunications equipment, including routers, switches, modems, and customer premises equipment (CPE).
• Perform routine maintenance and diagnostics on network infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults in telecommunications lines and equipment.
• Respond to service calls and resolve customer issues promptly and efficiently.
• Ensure all installations and repairs meet quality standards and company specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including service reports and inventory.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company procedures while on site.
• Manage assigned work orders and optimize daily routes.
• Provide basic technical support and guidance to customers.
• Collaborate with the central technical support team for complex issues.

Skills

Field installation

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Independent work

Time management

Education

Technical qualification in Telecommunications/Electronics

Tools

Test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope, cable tester)

CPE installation

Job description

Placements24 seeks a skilled Telecommunications Field Technician to install, maintain and repair telecom equipment across customer sites in Paarl, Western Cape. The role requires hands-on work, independent field performance and strong problem-solving ability to ensure service excellence.

You will handle equipment like CPE, routers and switches, perform diagnostics, and collaborate with central support for complex issues while upholding safety and quality standards.