SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Senior Assistant Technician is responsible for all cable laying functions, fibre Installations, as well as testing and interpreting test results for installed cables and Fibre.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Installing Cables
- Marking, numbering and installing cables
- Skin and prepare cables
• Cable Routing
- Investigation of cable routing on site (Reticulation)
- Measuring of cable routes
• Looming and Lacing
- Measure, cut and install of 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
- Lace and loom 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
• Other Duties
- Mount wall mount cabinets securely and level
- Test to Level 1 specification
- Fault finding, trouble-shooting, and repairing of faults
- Installing Fibre Optic Cables, Blown Fibre Tubes and Aerial Fibre
- Numbering and layout of network points
- Ensure the installation site is left clean and tidy
- Safeguard the Company’s property, tools and equipment
• Terminations
- Termination of Patch Panels to set specifications
- Terminating to disconnect modules
- Mounting and termination of wall outlets
• Health and Safety 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
• Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities in line with your capabilities and at the request of your Superior

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of Grade 11 or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Assistant Technician or 1 year as a Senior Assistant
• Be able to read and interpret building/floor plans
• Must know and fully understand certification specifications when installing cables
• Must have good knowledge of Project Planning and the ability to execute tasks
• Must know how to use a Tone and Probe
• Must understand the common topologies currently used
• Match joints on power skirting and trunking
• Understand test equipment and interpret results on entry level testing
• Understand the correct wiring specifications for the relevant cabling systems
• 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 when required
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A driver’s licence and own vehicle an advantage

BEHAVIOURAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must have leadership and conflict management skills
• Must be able to motivate and bring out the best in the employees within the team
• Must be able to follow instructions, prioritise jobs, perform under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team
• Must have excellent organisational, planning, multitasking and administrative skills
• Must have exceptional attention to detail, be results, detail and goal orientated
• Must be able to manage time efficiently and effectively
• Must be logical, methodical and proficient
• Must consistently maintain a high level of integrity, be honest and reliable
• Must be willing to take on new responsibilities and challenges
• Must have good Customer service skills
• Must be dressed professionally at all times
• Must conduct him/herself in the appropriate manner and show respect to the Company, Clients, Suppliers, Contractors and fellow employees
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills