Technical Assistant

Applications are invited for the **Technical Assistant** position to be based in Lydenburg**.**

**PURPOSE OF THE ROLE**:
The Technical Assistant's main duty will be assisting with installations, troubleshooting, and maintaining all fibre optic and wireless systems.

**Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to**:

- **Site Survey**:

- Assist with signal's scan and throughput tests to High site.
- Assist with taking photos of location for CPE bracket, cable run, plug, PoE and router locations.
- **Callout Repairs**:

- Tidy and clean up after job completion.
- Assist with site inspection for possible future problems, i.e. trees in the way.
- Take photos.
- **Installation**:

- Mount brackets, cable hooks as required and indicated by Senior Technician.
- Install cable runs as indicated by Senior Technician.
- Tidy and clean up after job completion.
- **CPE Recovery**:

- Remove relevant equipment and clean-up.
- **Vehicle**:

- Ensure all tools and equipment are neatly organized inside the vehicle.
- Ensure daily stock is loaded.
- Ensure backup stock levels are maintained in the vehicle.
- Ensure that the vehicle is stocked with all necessary consumables needed.
- Good working knowledge of hand and power tools used in this position.
- Must have basic computer skills.
- Self-disciplined, motivated, and organized.
- Must be a team player.
- Must be presentable, reliable, and punctual.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions.
- Must be medically fit and follow all Health and Safety procedures.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions, confined spaces, isolation.
- Must be able and willing to work at heights and under pressure.
- Must be able to work independently and in a team.
- Willingness to work overtime.
- Previous experience in a similar work environment is advantageous.
- Have a good understanding of equipment used for installations.
- Able to follow and prioritize tasks according to instructions given by Install team.
- Must show pride in work ethic and company property
- Efficient time management.

**Education Requirements**:

- Grade 12.
- Any specialized certifications or training would be an added advantage.

**_PLEASE NOTE:_**
- Kindly note that should you not receive feedback from us within 4 weeks of applying, you should consider yourself unsuccessful for the role.