Route Technician at Octotel

Job Duties:


Build and maintain network
Connect buildings
Evaluation of floating and splicing on the projects (Route and Access)
Assist with Technical support
Assist with new links builds where needed
Attend to breaks with the SLA (MTTR)
Identify and manage high density traffic routes and congested HHs (hot spots)
Maintain, responsible for cut-overs and cable splicing of new joints in new areas
Responsible for quality workmanship
Responsible for the electrical and hand tool inventory to be used.
Delivering and distributing supplies (expect some heavy lifting).
Assembling and disassembling equipment.
Monitor and maintain stock.
Conducting site surveys with our contractors for side ops.
Identifying and flagging manholes for maintenance and performing network audits.
Node inspections & ensuring emergency stock levels are recorded.
Supports third-party contractors and attending kick-off meetings.
And any other reasonable task.


Requirements


Matric Certificate or equivalent
Tertiary level IT or Telecommunications qualification is preferred
3 years' experience performing fibre installations
A CFOT certificate is advantageous
Valid code 8 driver's license is essential
​Experience using power-tools.


Benefits


Medical Aid and / or Medical Insurance.
Reduced Gap Cover rates.
Discounted Internet Connectivity.
Access to an Employee Wellness Program (Lyra). Providing free 24/7/365 counselling for you and your family in your household, as well as other health and wellbeing. resources, provided by registered professionals.
Exposure to latest industry technologies and standards in a fast paced, technologically advanced environment.
Lastly, a work environment that rivals the very best!