Technician (Fibre & Wireless)

Position Title: Technician (Fibre & Wireless)

Industry: Information Technology / ISP

Gross Salary: KES 40,000

Primary Location: Nairobi (with occasional upcountry travel)

Role Purpose

We are seeking a disciplined and solution-oriented Fibre Technician to join a fast-growing ISP team. This role is a high-impact, field-based position focused on the deployment and upkeep of our fibre optic and wireless infrastructure. You will be the technical lead on the ground, ensuring that FTTH, FTTB, and backbone connectivity meet rigorous standards. From fusion splicing in manholes to configuring high-end ONTs for enterprise clients, you will be responsible for the entire physical layer of the network. We need a professional who takes pride in neat, standards-compliant work and can resolve complex network faults within tight SLA windows.

Functional Responsibilities

Installation & Infrastructure Provisioning

• Install and terminate single-mode and multi-mode fibre cables for aerial, ducted, and underground builds.

• Execute high-precision fusion splicing using industry-standard machines (Fujikura, Sumitomo, or INNO).

• Mount and configure customer-side hardware, including ONTs, ONUs, routers, and PoE switches.

• Implement structured cabling (CAT6) and ensure all manholes, FATs, and joints are correctly labeled and documented.

Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance

• Perform end-to-end link loss budgets and verify connectivity using OTDR, optical power meters, and VFL checks.

• Troubleshoot and resolve last-mile and backbone faults, including repairing fibre cuts and replacing damaged ducts.

• Maintain network integrity through proactive preventive maintenance on joint closures and distribution routes.

• Participate in a standby rotation to ensure network uptime during weekends and public holidays.

Design Support & Reporting

• Conduct field route surveys and contribute data for low-level designs (LLDs) and Bills of Quantities (BoQ).

• Update GIS and network inventory systems (QGIS/Google Earth) following every installation or change.

• Submit daily field activity reports, detailing material consumption and site progress to the Field Operations Manager.

Professional Requirements

Education & Technical Expertise

• Academic Background: Diploma in Telecommunications, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or IT. TVET certificates (Level 5/6) are also accepted.

• Proven Tenure: 2–4 years of hands-on experience in fibre field operations. (Juniors with 1+ year experience will be considered).

• Equipment Proficiency: Expert use of fusion splicers, OTDRs, and fibre cleavers.

• Domain Knowledge: Understanding of GPON architecture, PON link budgets, and basic IP networking (VLANs, PPPoE).

• Licensing: Valid Kenyan BCE driving licence (Class A motorcycle licence is a plus).

Soft Skills & Physicality

• Physical Fitness: Ability to work at heights (poles/ladders) and in confined spaces (manholes).

• Communication: Fluency in English and Kiswahili for stakeholder and customer interaction.

• Safety Mindset: Strict adherence to HSE standards and Communications Authority (CA) regulations.

Incentives & Career Value

• Professional Certification: Support for CFOT (Certified Fibre Optic Technician) certification if not already held.

• Operational Exposure: Work with leading OLT vendor stacks (Huawei, ZTE, Nokia) in a Tier-1 ISP environment.

• Growth Potential: Opportunity to transition into network design or field management roles.

If you have the technical expertise and a passion for field-based problem-solving, please send your CV. Ensure the subject line reads "Technician-IT". Applications must be submitted before 11th May 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Reach out with your application today.