Telecom Installation Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided tools and equipment

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

On-the-job training and skill developm

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a detail-oriented Telecom Installation Specialist to join our client’s team. You will install and configure telecommunications equipment at client premises, ensuring high standards and reliable service through quality workmanship.

This hybrid role requires regular on-site work with some remote administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with fiber and copper cabling, routers, switches, and network devices, reads schematics, follows safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant trade certification is a strong asset.
• Experience in telecommunications installation, structured cabling, or electronics installation.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and specialized telecom installation equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and installation guides.
• Understanding of basic network concepts and protocols.
• Good physical condition, able to work in various environments and positions, including remote administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Install and terminate various types of telecommunications cabling, including fiber optic and copper.
• Mount and connect telecommunications hardware such as routers, switches, antennas, and base stations.
• Configure network devices according to provided specifications and blueprints.
• Test installed systems using appropriate diagnostic tools to ensure optimal performance and connectivity.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company installation standards.
• Provide basic customer orientation on installed systems post-completion.

Skills

Telecom installation

Reading schematics

Basic networking concepts

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Telecom installation equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Telecom Installation Specialist to join their team in Randburg. This role focuses on the precise installation and configuration of telecommunications equipment and infrastructure at client premises. You will be responsible for ensuring that all installations are performed to the highest standards, guaranteeing reliable and efficient operation of our client's services. This hybrid role requires regular on-site work to perform installations and configuration, complemented by some remote administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is technically adept, safety-conscious, and committed to delivering excellent customer service through quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and terminate various types of telecommunications cabling, including fiber optic and copper.
• Mount and connect telecommunications hardware such as routers, switches, antennas, and base stations.
• Configure network devices according to provided specifications and blueprints.
• Test installed systems using appropriate diagnostic tools to ensure optimal performance and connectivity.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company installation standards.
• Provide basic customer orientation on installed systems post-completion.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant trade certification is a strong asset.
• Previous experience in telecommunications installation, structured cabling, or electronics installation.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and specialized telecom installation equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and installation guides.
• Understanding of basic network concepts and protocols.
• Good physical condition, with the ability to work in various environments and positions, and manage remote administrative tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Company-provided tools and equipment.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance package.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• On-the-job training and skill development opportunities.