Telecom Infrastructure Technician

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime potential

Tools provided

Safety equipment

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a diligent Telecom Infrastructure Technician to install, maintain, and repair telecom infrastructure across the Northern Cape region. The role is hands-on and outdoors, requiring attention to detail and commitment to safety.

You will work with cabling, antennas, base stations, and related equipment, performing inspections, troubleshooting faults, and ensuring reliable service delivery.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience installing and maintaining telecom infrastructure.
• Familiarity with RF principles and antenna systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic and copper cabling.
• Install, align, and maintain antennas, base stations, and related equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on infrastructure components.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults in telecommunications infrastructure.
• Ensure installations and repairs meet industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Telecom infrastructure experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in electronics or telecommunications

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a diligent Telecom Infrastructure Technician for their operations in Upington. This hands-on role involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications infrastructure, including cabling, antennas, and associated equipment. You will ensure the physical integrity and operational readiness of the network components serving the Northern Cape region. The ideal candidate is physically fit, detail-oriented, and committed to upholding high standards of workmanship in the field, contributing to reliable service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic and copper cabling.
• Install, align, and maintain antennas, base stations, and related equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on infrastructure components.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults in telecommunications infrastructure.
• Ensure all installations and repairs meet industry standards and safety regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in electronics or telecommunications preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in installing and maintaining telecom infrastructure.
• Proficiency in cable pulling, termination, and testing.
• Familiarity with RF principles and antenna systems.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and heights as required in Upington.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate with potential for overtime.
• On-the-job training and career growth opportunities.
• Provision of necessary tools and safety equipment.
• Health insurance and retirement fund options.
• Team-oriented work environment focused on infrastructure reliability.