About This Role
This role involves installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing telecommunications equipment and network infrastructure for residential, commercial, and network provider clients. The Telecommunications Technician ensures all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high technical standard, contributing to reliable connectivity solutions across the Waikato region.
Responsibilities
- Install, connect, test, and commission telecommunications equipment, cabling, and network infrastructure at residential, commercial, and network sites
- Install and terminate copper, fibre optic, and coaxial cabling in accordance with industry standards and client specifications
- Carry out fault-finding, diagnosis, and repair of faults on telecommunications lines, equipment, and network connections
- Perform routine maintenance, upgrades, and servicing of telecommunications infrastructure, including exchange equipment, cabinets, and customer premises equipment
- Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and network plans to correctly install and configure equipment
- Use specialist test equipment (e.g. OTDR, cable locators, signal testers) to test line quality, identify faults, and verify installations meet required standards
- Set up and configure routers, modems, and other customer premises equipment, and test connections to confirm correct operation
- Work at heights and in confined spaces where required, including on poles, in ducts, and in roof/underfloor spaces, following all relevant health and safety procedures
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and network providers to schedule works, explain installation requirements, and provide updates on job progress
- Complete accurate job sheets, service reports, and as-built documentation for all work carried out
- Maintain and care for company vehicles, tools, and equipment, and ensure adequate stock of materials for scheduled jobs
- Identify and report any network issues, hazards, or non-compliant installations to the relevant supervisor or network provider
- Ensure all work complies with relevant telecommunications industry standards, health and safety legislation, and company policies and procedures
- Provide on-call or after-hours fault response support as required on a rostered basis
- Keep up to date with new telecommunications technologies, equipment, and industry best practice through ongoing training
- Work collaboratively with other technicians, contractors, and office staff to ensure jobs are completed on time and to a high standard
Requirements
- NZQF Level 4 qualification in telecommunications, electrical, electronics, or a related field, and/or a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in telecommunications installation and maintenance