Communications Technician

Job Description

Job description:

Responsibilities

The Electrical department currently has a vacancy for a methodical, attentive to detail individual to join their team. The duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Installation, wiring and mounting of various electronic devices, machines or equipment
• Installation and programming of access control systems, CCTV cameras and motorized entrance points
• Installation, fault finding, relocation and fitment of all telecommunications
• Fitting and testing of data cables for all network points and power skirting
• Assist in moving offices and setting up PC’s, Phone lines, and moving files
• Mounting, wiring and fitting grids for wireless infrastructure
• Day to day maintenance, installation and servicing of security and data equipment
• Tool and equipment maintenance
• Adhoc activities as requested by Manager
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Semi-Skilled team members as and when required
• Housekeeping
• Understanding of and abiding by the regulations as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
  
  

Qualifying Criteria

• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Relevant certifications or qualification in the Electrical field
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience
• Basic electric/electronic, CCTV, intercom, data or alarm courses
• Proven IP and analogue camera, alarm, automation, data cabling, electric fencing, intercoms, UPS and Alternating Current electrical knowledge
• Knowledge of data cabinet wiring
• Knowledge and experience working with power tools
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required
  
  

Qualifying Attributes

• Hands on practical approach to the job
• Strength to handle materials and tools (physically fit)
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Ability to work under challenging conditions
• Able to work at heights
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Hard-working and self-motivated
• Good time and priority management
• Display a professional work approach
• Proven team player
• Logical and detail orientated
• Excellent standards of execution
  
  

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.