Tech Officer: CNFO Mast and Towers Climber

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

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

Physical Requirements

Key Stakeholders

• Customer
• Management
• The Centre
• Support