High Site Technician

High Site Technician

Location: Vredenburg, Western Cape (West Coast)
Company: DK Connect

About the Role

DK Connect is looking for an experienced High Site Technician to join our growing technical team. This role is focused on maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting our wireless network infrastructure across the West Coast.

This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for someone who is technically strong, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while maintaining high standards of workmanship and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot high-site infrastructure.
• Perform preventative maintenance on towers, masts, and equipment shelters.
• Install and maintain DC and AC power systems.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot solar power systems, charge controllers, batteries, and inverters.
• Diagnose and repair power-related faults on remote sites.
• Install, align, and commission wireless backhaul links.
• Configure and troubleshoot MikroTik routers and switches.
• Configure and maintain Ubiquiti, Mimosa, Cambium, and Aviat wireless equipment.
• Install structured cabling, fibre, and PoE equipment.
• Monitor site health and proactively identify potential failures.
• Respond to network outages and emergency call-outs.
• Complete detailed maintenance reports and documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with company standards and safety procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience working on telecommunications high sites or similar infrastructure.
• Solid understanding of:
• DC power systems
• AC electrical systems
• Solar installations
• Battery technologies (Lead Acid and Lithium)
• UPS systems
• Inverters and charge controllers
• Strong networking knowledge.
• Experience with:
• MikroTik RouterOS
• Ubiquiti
• Mimosa
• Cambium Networks
• Aviat Networks
• Experience with wireless backhaul alignment and optimisation.
• Good understanding of TCP/IP networking.
• Ability to read technical diagrams and network documentation.
• Comfortable using diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Physically fit and able to carry equipment to remote sites.

The Ideal Candidate

You are someone who:

• Performs well under pressure.
• Can work independently without constant supervision.
• Takes ownership of problems until they are fully resolved.
• Has excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Is organised and pays attention to detail.
• Is reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Is willing to work after hours and be part of an on-call rotation when required.
• Communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical staff.
• Always prioritises safety.

Advantageous Skills

• Tower climbing certification.
• Working at Heights certification.
• First Aid certification.
• Fibre splicing experience.
• Generator maintenance experience.
• RF planning or link design experience.
• Experience with network monitoring systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle for work-related duties.
• Company tools and equipment.
• Ongoing technical training and certification opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with one of the leading ISPs on the West Coast.
• A challenging environment where no two days are the same.

To Apply

Please submit:

• Your CV - [email protected]
• Relevant certifications
• A brief summary of your experience with wireless networking and power systems

Only candidates with relevant telecommunications and high-site experience will be considered.

Work Location: In person