Assistant Technician X3

**SUMMARY OF POSITION**

The Assistant Technician is responsible for installation of all cables, as well as testing and interpreting test results for installed cables.

**ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- **Installing Cables**
- Mark, number and install of cables
- **Network Points**
- Number and layout network points
- **Cable Routing**
- Investigate cable routing on site (Reticulation)
- Measure cable routes
- Test to Level 1 specification
- **Looming and Lacing**
- Measure, cut and install cable looms
- Lacing of looms on trays and in ceiling voids
- Spacing and tension of straps on looms
- Lacing of exposed cable looms on Wall Mount Cable Trays
- Lacing and looming in the Cabinet to the Patch Panel
- Even spacing and tensioning of cable ties
- **Skirting and Trunking**
- Measure and cut trunking or skirting with a set square
- Cut and install power skirting, trunking and conduit
- **Additional Duties and Responsibilities**
- Mount and terminate of wall outlets
- Mount wall mount cabinets securely and level
- Repair of faults
- Ensure the installation site is left clean and tidy
- Safeguard the Company’s property, tools and equipment
- **Administration**
- Ensure that Job card is signed by the Client on the date of completion with Client feedback.
- Ensure that timesheets are submitted for each Job
- Ensure that Picking Slips are submitted for each Job
- Provide WhatsApp Updates on site arrival, departure, issues, and project status.
- Complete and submit Vehicle Inspection Sheets
- **Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Responsibilities**
- Report any deviations that could lead to an accident
- Participate in Safety Training to improve safety standards
- Report incidents and accidents before the end of a shift
- Adhere to the Company's Health and Safety policy and procedure
- Look after your own safety and that of other employees
- Ensure that the SHEQ Management System requirements are met towards customer, internal, ISO, regulatory / legal requirements.
- Manage and perform all internal processes, especially those that affect the quality of the Organization's products.
- Work with Customers, Colleagues and Contractors towards continual improvement of the Management system and report the need for improvement to Management.
- Keep up standards and regulations with respect to Products and Services
- **Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities in line with your capabilities and at the request of your Superior**

**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
- Must have a minimum of Grade 11 or equivalent
- Must be able to read and interpret building/floor plans
- Must understand the correct wiring specifications for the relevant cabling systems
- Must be able to match joints on power skirting and trunking
- Must be able to understand and use the test equipment and interpret results on entry level testing
- Must have good verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to understand and use hand tools and fastening materials
- Must have perfect colour vision as plans, wires and cables are colour coded
- Must be able to use both hands as well as have full range of motion in your hands and fingers
- Must be available to travel and work overtime if and when required

**BEHAVIOURAL REQUIREMENTS**
- Must be able to work independently as well as in a team
- Must consistently maintain a high level of integrity, honesty and reliability
- Must have exceptional attention to detail, be results and detail driven, and goal orientated
- Must have excellent organisational, planning, multitasking and administrative skills
- Must be able to prioritise jobs, perform under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must be logical, methodical and proficient
- Must be able to follow instructions
- Must be able to manage time efficiently and effectively
- Must be willing to take on new responsibilities and challenges
- Must have exceptional Customer service skills
- Must be dressed professionally at all times
- Must conduct him/herself in the appropriate manner and show respect towards the Company, Clients, Suppliers, Contractors and fellow employees

Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills

**Job Type**: Permanent

**Experience**:

- Handtools: 1 year (preferred)
- Assistant Technician: 1 year (required)