Fibre Technician

Purpose of the job:

Perform detailed Site scoping, Pre-Testing and create BOQ for quotations. Arrange Site access for installations. Manage Technicians and Supervise installations as per Tshwane specification. Splicing, Testing and Complete documentation for Billing.

Responsibilities:

• Attend Scoping’s and Create BOQ for Quotation and Take pictures
• Diagnose, troubleshoot Fibre Cables and find Breaks for repairs
• Arrange Material with stores as per BOQ for the Contractor.
• Coordinate with the internal Teams for purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently
• Ensure safety measures are taken before starting to work, during progress of work and after completing the job
• Inform Management regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing necessary information for making decisions and/or taking appropriate action and complying with safety regulations
• Coordinate tools of trade including issuing, usage, safekeeping and safe returning of tools that used
• Responsibly and safely drive to jobsite when required to
• Gear up in appropriate work clothing or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Sign off and Handover all completed Sites with COT RDD
• Submit all Handover documentation to BDD admin for Billing.

Skills

• Proven ability to install, terminate & test single mode & multi-mode fibre optical cables
• Industry and manufacturer specific experience and/or certifications
• Comprehension of terminology pertaining to installation & service of cabling infrastructure for Fibre Networks
• Extensive  knowledge of Tshwane Cabling standards
• The ability to accurately read and interpret test results
• Must know the universal communications colour codes

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Formal Education

• Grade 12/Matric
• Relevant Certificate or tertiary qualification in a technology services/technical discipline
• FOA Certification will be an added advantage

Professional/Technical Certification

• Relevant Fibre, UTP, Access Control and Alarm certification
• A+ / N+ or Microsoft Certified Engineers (MCSE) / Relevant qualification

Other minimum requirements

• Valid driver’s licence
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Frequent travel to jobsite will be required (must be willing to travel)
• Must have knowledge and skill in the proper use of hand and power tools

Closing date: 21 September 2021