Telecommunications Installation & Maintenance Technician

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Professional development training

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Telecommunications Installation & Maintenance Technician in Mahikeng, North West. The role involves deploying, maintaining, and repairing telecom infrastructure, including fiber optics and wireless networks, with a mix of field and office work under a hybrid model.

You will install equipment, troubleshoot network issues, and perform routine maintenance while ensuring safety and quality standards. Travel within the Mahikeng region is expected.

Formación

• Experience in telecommunications installation and maintenance.
• Understanding of TCP/IP and common telecom protocols.
• Familiarity with fiber optic installation, splicing and testing.

Responsabilidades

• Install, configure, and maintain telecom equipment (routers, switches, modems, antennas).
• Perform site surveys and assess installation requirements for new deployments.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues and performance.
• Conduct routine maintenance and preventive servicing on telecom infra.
• Interpret network monitoring data to identify problems and take action.
• Ensure installations/repairs meet technical specs and safety standards.
• Provide technical support to customers and educate them on service usage.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and respond to service calls.

Conocimientos

Networking basics

Fiber optics

Wireless technologies

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Diagnostics

Herramientas

Fiber splicing tools

Network monitoring tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent telecommunications provider, is seeking a skilled Telecommunications Installation & Maintenance Technician to join their team in Mahikeng, North West . This role is essential for deploying, maintaining, and repairing telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring reliable service delivery to customers. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing new equipment, troubleshooting network issues, and performing routine maintenance on various telecommunications systems, including fiber optics and wireless networks. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the connectivity backbone of the region and grow within a leading industry player.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain telecommunications equipment, including routers, switches, modems, and antennas.
• Perform site surveys and assess installation requirements for new deployments.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to network connectivity, signal strength, and equipment performance.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks and preventive servicing on telecommunications infrastructure.
• Manage and interpret network monitoring tools to identify and address potential problems.
• Ensure all installations and repairs adhere to technical specifications and safety standards.
• Provide technical support to customers and educate them on service usage.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, maintenance activities, and repairs.
• Respond to service calls and emergencies as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience in telecommunications installation and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of networking principles, TCP/IP, and common telecommunications protocols.
• Hands-on experience with fiber optic cable installation, splicing, and testing is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with wireless communication technologies and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and blueprints.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Must be reliable, organized, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are essential.
• Willingness to travel within the Mahikeng region and potentially surrounding areas.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and opportunities for professional development and specialized training in telecommunications technologies.
• Employees benefit from medical aid contributions and a provident fund.
• You will join a company that values teamwork and innovation, with the chance to work on essential infrastructure projects in the North West province.
• The hybrid work structure allows for a balanced approach to field and office-based responsibilities.