WIFI Hotspot and FTTH Technician with Actual Proven Field experience

The selected candidates should possess expertise in the following areas:

• Optical Fiber: Capacity planning and the ability to test and analyze fiber characterization results, including Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) traces, source-power meter, and dispersion measurements.
• Fiber Handling: Proficiency in working with Single Mode Fiber (SMF) cables, splice cases, Fiber Distribution Panels (FDPs), drop cables, splitters, and SFPs.
• Microwave P2P Technology: Strong understanding of Ubiquiti and Cambium radios.
• Router Configuration: Excellent command over Mikrotik Router configuration, and Ubiquiti and Cambium access points.
• Networking Knowledge: Good understanding of IP addressing and subnet masking.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Fiber Installation and Maintenance:

• Extending fiber drop cables through  the KPLC lines.
• Splicing fibers using fiber machines and installing fiber splitters to distribute fiber strands to different homes/hostels from the junction location.
• Testing and analyzing fiber optic systems to ensure connectivity and performance.

Wireless Technology Deployment:

• Installing indoor/outdoor wireless P2P radios to establish connections where fiber installation is not cost-effective.
• Setting up and maintaining local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN) using Mikrotik routers.
• Installing access points to ensure connectivity to student hostels.

Troubleshooting and Support:

• Addressing daily user issues, including restarting APs during KPLC outages.
• Resolving user voucher subscription issues.
• Preparing and testing CAT6 cables onsite, running cables from PoE switches to APs and other wireless systems.

Technical Expertise:

• Handling and configuring network-related components such as IP addressing, network cabling, Cisco routers, switches, Ubiquiti APs, Mikrotik, cable testers, CAT6 crimping tools, and transceivers (SFP).
• Knowledge of GPON OLT/ONT fiber technology.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma in Computer Science/Math/Electrical or equivalent work experience.
• Prior experience in networking, IT, especially WIFI, or related fields.
• Familiarity with Mikrotik routers and Ubiquiti WIFI equipment mentioned in the job responsibilities.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of fiber technology.
• Understanding of network wired/wireless technologies and terminologies, including Hotspot, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, TCP/IP, HTTP/XML, VOIP/Video Quality, etc.
• Fully proficient in using the internet and cell phone communications.
• Skill in website building and/or scripting will be considered a plus.
• Knowledge of operating a motorbike would be advantageous for site visits during troubleshooting.
• Preferred candidates should be from Bungoma and Eldoret, our new sites for expanding WIFI services.
• Must have no drug-related issues and be able to provide a certificate of good conduct.
• Must possess a reliable working cell phone and be reachable 24x7 by clients in case of network issues.
• May be required to stay close to the server room or within the hostel hosting the hub. Room, board, water, and electricity will be provided.
• In addition to a 30-minute technical interview, you must be able to travel to the site, partially funded by us, for an on-site demonstration of your ability to independently run fiber through KPLC poles, use a fiber fusion machine, and terminate/test fiber. This is not an internship; it requires a technician who can hit the ground running from day one.

Application Process

Qualified applicants are invited to send/attach their resumes through the website or faster via WhatsApp to 0798405795 or 0715086056 or 0113870000