Technical Assistant (Fibre) - Graaf Reinet at HeroTel

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

• Assist the Technician in performing his/her duties.
• Be supportive in his/her duties and learn and build experience from it.
• Be subservient to their Technician with all reasonable instructions.
• Maintain order in the vehicle, keep it clean and organized.
• Keep all tools packed away and in good order when not in use.
• Maintain a safe working environment for the team.
• Be courteous and respectful to the customer.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety requirements.
• Any ad Hoc tasks as required by their Manager (reporting, admin or personal assistant tasks).
• Handling and transporting materials on the work site.
• Cleaning vehicles and equipment.
• Dress/prepare poles.
• Dig holes for poles to be planted.
• String aerial cable.
• Digging of trenches.
• Installation of manholes/handholes.
• Communicate with and update Team Leader.
• Assist with stocktaking.
• Housekeeping.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Be proficient in the use of hand tools.
• Should be comfortable at working at heights and confined spaces.
• Be fit for physical activities.
• Have a good understanding of Health and Safety requirements.
• Cabling experience will be advantageous.
• Need to be able to read and write.
• Be technically inclined.
• Experienced in working with underground utilities.
• Experienced in working with fibre optic cabling.
• Good communication skills.
• Need to be healthy and fit.
• Ability to work with general hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Self-driven.

Education Requirements:

• Grade 12.