Structured Cabling Technician

Role Overview

Accurex is seeking a Structured Cabling Technician to install, test, and maintain the copper, fibre, and passive network infrastructure used across client sites in Nairobi. The technician will also investigate service faults and keep installation records accurate, helping clients maintain reliable connectivity across large enterprise and data centre environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain copper and fibre-optic cabling, including terminations, splices, repairs, outlets, patch panels, trays, conduits, and trunking.
• Work from approved site layouts to route and secure cabling and fit passive network components.
• Test and commission completed links with appropriate certification equipment, documenting results for handover.
• Investigate reported connectivity problems, locate damaged or faulty links, and restore service within the required response and resolution periods.
• Handle corrective maintenance requests and provide emergency or on-call support when required; the stated service targets include acknowledging calls within 30 minutes and working toward resolution within four hours.
• Carry out scheduled inspections of cable routes and passive equipment to identify wear, deterioration, or other potential issues.
• Apply relevant ANSI/TIA and ISO guidance, manufacturer installation instructions, and site safety requirements, including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Keep labels, as-built drawings, cable schedules, test records, and maintenance logs complete and consistent.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Computer Networks, or a closely related technical discipline.
• At least four years of practical experience installing, supporting, and maintaining structured cabling systems.
• Evidence of work on a campus network spanning at least 25 buildings, or in an enterprise data centre environment with at least 10,000 network data points or connections.
• Structured cabling installation training or a relevant manufacturer or professional certification.
• Strong hands-on ability in copper and fibre termination, cable testing, fault tracing, and fitting containment such as trays, conduits, and trunking.
• Confident use of cable testers, certification equipment, and optical inspection tools.
• Fibre fusion splicing, advanced OTDR diagnostics, and bill of quantities preparation are advantageous.
• Careful, methodical working habits, clear communication with clients, and sound judgement when responding to outages under pressure.
• Applicants should provide a signed, current CV; academic and cabling certification documents; detailed project records showing client or organisation, scope, dates, site scale and personal contribution; and verifiable references or project completion evidence.

What We Offer / Why Join

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Nairobi, with work across enterprise and data centre deployments. The stated monthly remuneration is KSh 65,000–70,000.