WIFI Hotspot Technician at Brites Management

Brites Management Services Limited is one of the best leading Recruitment and HR consultancy companies in Nairobi, Kenya. We are registered and incorporated under Companies Act (Cap. 486) and we provide a complete range of HR Solutions. Our sole focus is to simplify the complexities of the HR department and help companies concentrate on the core business ...
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WIFI Hotspot Technician

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience2 - 5 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldEngineering / Technical 
  • Salary RangeKSh 30,000 - KSh 50,000/month

SALARY: 30,000-45000

Duties and Responsibilities

  • The selected candidates should possess expertise in the following areas:
  • Optical Fiber, Transport Design, Capacity/Planning, and the ability to test and analyze fiber characterization test results, which includes Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) traces, source-power meter, and dispersion measurements.
  • Handling Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF) and Single Mode Fiber (SMF) cables, splice cases, Fiber Distribution Panels (FDPs), drop cables, splitters, and SFPs.
  • Working knowledge of Microwave P2P radio technology with a strong understanding of ubiquity and cambium radios.
  • Excellent command over Microtip Router configuration, Ubiquiti, and cambium access points.
  • Good understanding of IP addressing and subnet masking is a must.
  • Installing indoor/outdoor wireless P2P Radios to establish connections between hostels and the Main HUB where there is a clear line of sight, and Fiber installation is not cost-effective.
  • Extending fiber drop cables from the KPLC lines and installing access points to ensure connectivity to student hostels, while continuously testing the overall system performance.
  • Maintaining Microtip routers to set up local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN) that serve a large WIFI hotspot center.
  • Troubleshooting daily user issues, including restarting APs during KPLC outages.
  • Addressing user voucher subscription issues and resolving them as required.
  • Preparing and testing CAT6 cables onsite, running cables from the PoE switches to the APs and other wireless systems.
  • Splicing fibers using fiber machines and installing fiber splitters to distribute fiber strands to different hostels from the junction location.

Key job qualifications, skills and requirement.

  • Minimum Diploma in Computer Science/Math/Electrical or equivalent work experience.
  • Prior experience in networking, IT, especially WIFI, or related fields.
  • Familiarity with Microtip routers and ubiquity WIFI equipment mentioned in the job responsibilities.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of Fiber technology.
  • Familiarity with network-related components such as IP addressing, network cabling, Cisco routers, Cisco switches, Ubiquiti APs, Mikrotik, Cable testers, CAT6 Crimping tools, Transceivers (SFP), etc.
  • Understanding of Network wired/wireless technologies and terminologies, including Hotspot, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, TCP/IP, HTTP/XML, VOIP/Video Quality, etc.
  • Knowledge of GPON OLT/ONT fiber technology. (h) 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, as you may need to visit sites during troubleshooting.
  • Preferred candidates should be from the Rongo, Migori County Area, where the HQ of the WIFI services is located.
  • Optical Fiber, Transport Design, Capacity/Planning, and the ability to test and analyze fiber characterization test results, which includes Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) traces, source-power meter, and dispersion measurements.
  • Handling Multi-Mode Fiber (MMF) and Single Mode Fiber (SMF) cables, splice cases, Fiber Distribution Panels (FDPs), drop cables, splitters, and SFPs.
  • Working knowledge of Microwave P2P radio technology with a strong understanding of ubiquity and cambium radios.
  • Excellent command over Microtip Router configuration, Ubiquiti, and cambium access points.
  • Good understanding of IP addressing and subnet masking is a must.
  • Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Installing indoor/outdoor wireless P2P Radios to establish connections between hostels and the Main HUB where there is a clear line of sight, and Fiber installation is not cost-effective.
  • Extending fiber drop cables from the KPLC lines and installing access points to ensure connectivity to student hostels, while continuously testing the overall system performance.
  • Maintaining Microtip routers to set up local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN) that serve a large WIFI hotspot center.
  • Troubleshooting daily user issues, including restarting APs during KPLC outages.
  • Addressing user voucher subscription issues and resolving them as required.
  • Preparing and testing CAT6 cables onsite, running cables from the PoE switches to the APs and other wireless systems.
  • Splicing fibers using fiber machines and installing fiber splitters to distribute fiber strands to different hostels from the junction location.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum Diploma in Computer Science/Math/Electrical or equivalent work experience.
  • Prior experience in networking, IT, especially WIFI, or related fields.
  • Familiarity with Microtip routers and ubiquity WIFI equipment mentioned in the job responsibilities.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and knowledge of Fiber technology.
  • Familiarity with network-related components such as IP addressing, network cabling, Cisco routers, Cisco switches, Ubiquiti APs, Microtip, Cable testers, CAT6 Crimping tools, Transceivers (SFP), etc.
  • Understanding of Network wired/wireless technologies and terminologies, including Hotspot, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, TCP/IP, HTTP/XML, VOIP/Video Quality, etc.
  • Knowledge of GPON OLT/ONT fiber technology.
  • 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, as you may need to visit sites during troubleshooting.
  • Preferred candidates should be from the Rongo, Migori County Area, where the HQ of the WIFI services is located.
  • 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.
  • If not qualified, please refrain from applying, as you will be required to pass a 15-30 minutes WhatsApp videoed technical interview, along with background validation.2years Experience in Swaping Station
  • Diploma / Certificate in any field
  • Good computer Skills
  • Good report writing skills
  • High level of integrity
  • Sense of organization
  • Taste for contact with customers
  • Speed in the execution of tasks
  • Compliance with safety rules related to the nature of the products offered.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@britesmanagement.com using the position as subject of email.

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