Job Description

Octotel is an established and rapidly expanding Open Access Service Provider, specializing in Open Access & GPON connectivity. We are Cape Town's largest Open Access Network focused on both Fibre To The Home (FTTH) and Business (FTTB). Our fibre network has passed over 350 000 homes and businesses in Cape Town. We offer a choice of services from over 65 of the country's leading Internet Service Providers.

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. 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 Experience using power-tools.

The perks:

Medical Aid or Medical Insurance Gap Cover Discounted Internet Connectivity Social Friday's Employee Wellness Programme (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 Lastly, a work environment that rivals the very best!
If you haven't heard from us within 2 weeks after your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

What is your current salary? What is your salary expectation? What is your notice period? Describe your fibre experience?
License/Certification:

drivers license (Required)
Location:

Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape (Preferred)
Work Location: In person