IT Cable Technician – Johannesburg

About the role

The IT Cable Technician will install, upgrade and maintain cable services for a range of clients in Johannesburg. You will act as the technical bridge between clients and the operations delivery team, ensuring high client satisfaction and adherence to all processes.

Key responsibilities

• Install and test copper (CAT5/CAT6) and fibre optic cabling, including splicing, terminating and labeling.
• Perform installations of CCTV, access control, burglar alarm and PABX systems.
• Respond to service calls, complete job cards and travel logbooks, and maintain accurate stock records.
• Maintain service level agreements, communicate job status via call planners, and escalate issues promptly.
• Travel to multiple client sites using own vehicle and work occasional overtime or weekends.

Required profile

• Grade 12 education.
• Minimum 5 years of cable technician experience (advantageous).
• Valid South African driver’s licence and own vehicle.
• Good health and willingness to work overtime when required.

Required skills

• CommScope certification covering Molex & Krone cable brands.
• Cabling certifications – Maxxim and/or Molex, FOA (fibre splicing) certificate.
• Computer literate – Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• A+ and N+ certifications (advantageous).
• VOIP experience (advantageous).
• Proficiency with CAT5/CAT6 installation, Fluke testing equipment, and CAT3 PABX installation.
• Knowledge of CCTV, access control and burglar alarm systems.