Job Description

Structural Information

Job number: 10031668

Job title: Tech Officer: CNFO Mast and Towers Climber

Job grade: OP1

Group/ BU: Openserve

Division: Openserve

Span of control: 0

Reports to: Ops Management

REM Functional Area: Technical

Core Description

Mast and Tower Climbing: Perform assurance/ fulfilment/ acceptance/ commissioning and preventative maintenance on Core Network and Access telecommunications technologies and must be certified as a climber (Must be prepared to undergo fall arrest training.)

• Repaired Equipment/ System
• Maintained Equipment/ Systems
• Commissioned Equipment Services
• Recovered Equipment/ system
• Provided Support
• Climb Mast and Towers

Job Responsibilities

OUTPUT 1

Performed Routines (PMT)

SUB-OUTPUTS

Monitor equipment/ system performance

Determine maintenance/ TBI activities

Facilitate site access

Execute maintenance/ TBI activities

Complete relevant administration

Provide report back/ recommendations

Replace and/ or service resources

Provide assistance and support on request

Do general Housekeeping

Compliance to the DOP, OSS systems processes

Update records

RANGE

Wireless Technologies

Access Network Technologies

Optic

Power Equipment

Transmission Equipment/ Products

Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment

Broadband

NMS

IP

Access

Ad Hoc Projects

Distribution Frames

CPE Equipment

OUTPUT 2

Commissioned/ Accepted Installations

SUB-OUTPUTS

Receive specification/ requirement

Confirm equipment requirement

Facilitate site access

Perform Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP)

Commission equipment

Perform functional tests

Provide assistance and support on request

Complete administration

Confirm completed commissioning

Provide report back

RANGE

Wireless Technologies

Access Network Technologies

Optic

Non-Voice Services/ Equipment/ Sub Rates

Power Equipment

Transmission Equipment/ Products

Switching and Mechanical Testing Equipment

Broadband

NMS

IP

Access

Ad Hoc Projects

Distribution Frames

CPE equipment

OUTPUT 3

Performed Compliances

SUB OUTPUTS

Submit claim forms, as prescribed

Re-allocate Opex and Capital work as prescribed

Follow DOP Station handling procedures

Conduct DOP audits as per agreed timelines

Adhere to WFM processes and procedures

Perform site surveys and asset verifications

Escalate any deviations

Update records

RANGE

Overtime and S&T

DOP Station spares

WFM Compliance to processes and procedures

Tools and Test Equipment

SHE Management

EUD Devices

Telkom Policies

Telkom assets and sites

TBIs

Telkom Mobile

Projects

Core Competencies

FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE

Application Software; Broadband technology; IP Technology; Mechanical Aids; Network Management Systems; Ancillary Equipment; Safety & EMS Wireless Technology; Regulation & Standards; Non-Voice; Transmission Technology; WFM systems

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

Certified Mast and Tower climber; Administration; Analytical; Communicating; Computer Literacy; Interpersonal; Configuration; Technical& Test Equipment Handling & Techniques; Skills transfer; Rectifier First Line Maintenance

ATTITUDES/ LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Accurate; Customer Focus; Dedicated; Proactive; Quality Awareness; Responsible; Team Player; Adaptable

Certifications

Education

NQF 6: National Diploma/ Advanced Diploma/ CertificateOR NQF 4: School leaving qualification: National Certificate (Grade 12)/ National Senior Certificate/ National (vocational) Certificate

Experience

3 Years relevant experience

Additional Information

Qualifications:

• Electrical Engineering diploma (N6/S4) Light Current (at least NQF level 6)

OR

• Grade 12 with Maths & Science (NQF level 4)

Experience:

• 1 Year relevant experience at Operational level.
• 3 Years relevant experience at Operational level.
• Ex-/ Current Telkom Full Time Bursars, learnerships and internships candidates will be exempted from the 3 years’ experience requirements but must have a minimum of 12 months relevant experience.

Special Requirements:

• Valid climbing and/or fall arrest certificate or must be prepared to undergo fall arrest training.
• Valid medical clearance certificate/ Be prepared to undergo Medical clearance certificate testing.
• No fear of heights (Masts & Towers - fall arrest, rescue & rope access).
• Must remain physically fit to climb.
• Not colour blind.
• Must be able to work after hours, including overtime, call out and stand-by.
• Able to function in stressful environment.

Special Requirements

• Valid Drivers license
• Ability to be on standby/ work overtime
• Ability to work after hours
• Ability to travel and stay out overnight

Physical Requirements

• Colour Vision
• Work at Heights

Key Stakeholders

• Customer
• Management
• The Centre
• Support