Telecommunications Installation Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tools provided

Training opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Health and safety support

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a Telecommunications Installation Specialist to join the on-site operations team. You will install, test, and commission telecom equipment and cabling, ensuring high-quality workmanship across customer premises installations.

The role requires hands-on experience, a focus on safety, and the ability to work in diverse environments. On-site travel within the Vereeniging region and occasional overnight stays may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Telecommunications Installer or similar technical role.
• Strong understanding of copper and fibre optic cabling.
• Proficiency with installation tools and testing equipment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.
• Physically fit for work in various environments, including heights and confined spaces.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Willingness to travel within Vereeniging region and occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure telecommunications equipment, including routers, switches, modems, and customer premises devices.
• Perform structured cabling, fibre optic splicing, and termination.
• Test installed equipment and network connections to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation-related issues, escalating complex problems when necessary.
• Adhere to installation standards, safety protocols, and company procedures.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Provide basic customer support and guidance on the use of installed equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, including site surveys and completion reports.
• Manage tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working condition.
• Ensure a clean and safe work environment at all times.

Skills

Telecom installation

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Tools

Cable testers

Fusion splicers

Testing equipment

Crimp tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic telecommunications company, is actively seeking a skilled Telecommunications Installation Specialist to join their operations team in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is fundamental to ensuring the seamless deployment of telecommunications infrastructure and customer equipment. You will be responsible for the physical installation, connection, and testing of various telecommunications systems, including fibre optic cables, network devices, and end-user equipment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong commitment to quality workmanship. This position requires you to be on-site, working directly with our client's network and customer installations in and around Vereeniging .

Key Responsibilities

• Install and configure telecommunications equipment, including routers, switches, modems, and customer premises devices.
• Perform structured cabling, fibre optic splicing, and termination.
• Test installed equipment and network connections to ensure optimal performance and connectivity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation-related issues, escalating complex problems when necessary.
• Adhere to installation standards, safety protocols, and company procedures.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Provide basic customer support and guidance on the use of installed equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, including site surveys and completion reports.
• Manage tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working condition.
• Ensure a clean and safe work environment at all times.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Telecommunications Installer or similar technical role.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications infrastructure, including copper and fibre optic cabling.
• Proficiency with installation tools and testing equipment (e.g., cable testers, fusion splicers).
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and schematics.
• Good physical condition and ability to work in various environments, including heights and confined spaces.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable mode of transport.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations in a construction/installation environment.
• Willingness to travel within the Vereeniging, Gauteng region and occasional overnight stays.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage or annual salary.
• Company-provided tools and safety equipment.
• Opportunities for training and certification in advanced installation techniques.
• Regular overtime opportunities.
• Be part of a growing team focused on delivering essential connectivity services in Vereeniging .
• Potential for career advancement to supervisory roles.
• Health and safety support.