Telecommunications Technician — Field Connectivity Specialist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Health and retirement benefits

Tools provided for fieldwork

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Telecommunications Technician for Port Elizabeth to install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper networks. You will work on-site at diverse client locations, ensuring reliable connectivity and optimal performance of telecommunications systems.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team, with some remote planning and reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience as Telecommunications Technician or similar role.
• Proficiency with fiber optic splicing and testing equipment.
• Understanding of network protocols, routing and switching.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex telecom issues.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper cabling.
• Set up, configure, and maintain telecom equipment including routers and VoIP systems.
• Perform regular maintenance checks and diagnostics to prevent outages.
• Respond to service calls and outages to resolve network issues quickly.
• Read and interpret network diagrams and specifications.

Skills

Fiber optic splicing

OTDR testing

Copper cabling termination

Network troubleshooting

Routing & switching concepts

Tools

Fiber OTDR

Power meters

Cable testers

Networking equipment setup

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Telecommunications Technician for Port Elizabeth to install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper networks. You will work on-site at diverse client locations, ensuring reliable connectivity and optimal performance of telecommunications systems.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team, with some remote planning and reporting.