Engineering · Not stated
Recruitment agency · AccurexStructural Cabling Technicican, TECHINICAL TEAM
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About this role
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Role overview
An undisclosed employer in Nairobi is seeking a Structured Cabling Technician. This role involves installing, testing, maintaining, and repairing copper and fibre-optic cabling systems. It suits candidates with experience in structured cabling across large enterprise environments and data centres.
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What you will do
- Install, terminate, repair and maintain copper and fibre-optic cabling and related passive infrastructure.
- Mount outlets, patch panels and components according to approved layouts and site needs.
- Test and commission cabling links, record results, and fix defects before handover.
- Trace faults, identify damaged links, and restore service within set response times.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspect cabling for damage or poor connections.
- Label cables and components consistently and maintain accurate as-built records and test reports.
- Follow site safety procedures and protect existing infrastructure during installation.
- Coordinate work schedules and access with client representatives and technical teams.
- Provide updates on completed work, outstanding faults, and materials needed.
Requirements
- Diploma in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Computer Networks or a closely related field.
- Minimum of four years practical experience in structured cabling installation, support and maintenance.
- Certification or manufacturer training in structured cabling installation.
- Experience with cabling design and installation certification is preferred; a certification plan may be considered if allowed.
- Proven experience installing, commissioning, testing and maintaining structured cabling systems.
- Experience supporting cabling infrastructure across organisations or campuses with at least 25 buildings.
- Direct experience on data centre, enterprise campus or CCTV projects with at least 10,000 network data points or connections.
- Ability to read cabling layouts, floor plans and technical installation drawings.
- Skill in using cable testers and certification equipment to verify link performance and interpret results.
- Practical ability to install cable containment systems such as conduits, trunking and cable trays.
- Competence in organising cables within racks and cabinets while maintaining bend radius, cable separation and access for maintenance.
- Knowledge of ANSI/TIA and relevant ISO cabling standards.
- Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, communication and teamwork abilities.
- Safety awareness and ability to adapt to site conditions and emergency support arrangements.
Benefits
The salary range is KES 65,000 to 70,000 per month.
How to apply
Send an updated, signed CV; copies of academic and professional certificates; evidence of structured cabling experience with project references including scope and role; and contact details for referees. Include any additional documents requested in the tender. Apply through the employer's official contact before 12 December 2026.
Salary disclosed: KES 65,000 - 70,000