Telecommunications Technician - Hybrid, Vehicle & Training

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Company vehicle

Health insurance and retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Telecommunications Technician for a hybrid role in Centurion, Gauteng. You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper networks, handling routers, switches, and modems, with emphasis on rapid service restoration and proactive health checks.

The ideal candidate has proven telecom experience, strong fiber/copper know-how, and the ability to interpret installation guides.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Telecommunications Technician or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic technologies, copper cabling, and networking principles.
• Proficiency with fiber splicing, testing, and cable installation tools.
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints and installation guides.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Valid driver''s license and willingness to travel within Centurion and surroundings.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain telecom equipment (routers, switches, modems).
• Perform fiber optic splicing, testing, and termination.
• Troubleshoot and repair network connectivity issues.
• Conduct site surveys and assess installation requirements.
• Respond to emergency service calls to minimize downtime.
• Maintain records of configurations, inventory, and service activities.

Skills

Telecommunications experience

Fiber optic knowledge

Copper cabling

Networking principles

Fiber splicing/testing

Technical drawings/blueprints

Problem solving

Driver's license/travel

Tools

Fiber splicing tools

Testing equipment

Cable installation tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a skilled Telecommunications Technician for a hybrid role in Centurion, Gauteng. You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot fiber optic and copper networks, handling routers, switches, and modems, with emphasis on rapid service restoration and proactive health checks.

The ideal candidate has proven telecom experience, strong fiber/copper know-how, and the ability to interpret installation guides.