Telecoms Installation Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Tools provided

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training program

Job stability

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Telecoms Installation Specialist to join the Vereeniging operations team. You will install, test, and configure telecom cabling and hardware at residential and business premises, ensuring quality and safety.

The role demands hands-on work, ability to interpret drawings, use of tools, and physical fitness to work at heights or in confined spaces as required. Training and career growth are available within a growing telecom service provider.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in electronics or telecommunications is a plus.
• Demonstrable experience in telecom installation or a related field.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and specialized testing equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Physical fitness and willingness to work at heights or in confined spaces when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test various types of telecommunications cabling, including fiber optic and copper.
• Mount and connect telecommunications hardware such as routers, switches, modems, and access points.
• Perform system checks and configurations to ensure seamless integration of new installations.
• Adhere strictly to installation standards, safety regulations, and company procedures.
• Provide basic user guidance to clients upon completion of installations.

Skills

Hands-on

Reading blueprints

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in electronics or telecommunications

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and capable Telecoms Installation Specialist to join their operations team in Vereeniging . This role focuses on the physical installation and setup of telecommunications equipment at various customer locations, including residential and business premises. You will be responsible for ensuring that all installations are performed correctly, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and enjoys practical work, playing a vital role in delivering reliable connectivity solutions to their clientele across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test various types of telecommunications cabling, including fiber optic and copper.
• Mount and connect telecommunications hardware such as routers, switches, modems, and access points.
• Perform system checks and configurations to ensure seamless integration of new installations.
• Adhere strictly to installation standards, safety regulations, and company procedures.
• Provide basic user guidance to clients upon completion of installations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in electronics or telecommunications is a plus.
• Demonstrable experience in telecom installation or a related field.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and specialized testing equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Physical fitness and willingness to work at heights or in confined spaces when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime.
• Company-provided tools and safety equipment.
• Health insurance and retirement plan options.
• On-the-job training and skill development.
• A stable role within a growing telecommunications service provider.