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Radio Access Network Technician/Rigger

Jamii Telecommunications

full time Nairobi Posted 22 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications Required Skills & Competencies:****

  • Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related technical field.

  • Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in telecom field operations, radio systems, or network maintenance.

  • Knowledge and hands-on experience in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of microwave radio systems and LTE/GSM equipment.

  • Relevant vendor certifications will be an added advantage.

  • Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles, AC/DC power systems, rectifiers, generators, batteries, grounding, and electrical safety practices.

  • Valid Fall Arrest Certification with at least one year before expiry.

  • Certification or training in RF Awareness, HSE, and DOSH regulations.

  • Must be physically and medically fit for working at heights and field operations

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  • Install, configure, commission, and maintain microwave radios, LTE/GSM equipment, and other telecom infrastructure at tower and rooftop sites. 

  • Conduct Physical Acceptance Tests (PAT) and site quality inspections for newly installed equipment and infrastructure.

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of telecoms equipment to ensure maximum network uptime and service quality.

  • Carry out troubleshooting and replacement of faulty radio, transmission, and power equipment on tower and rooftop installations.

  • Support network optimization activities including drive tests, signal analysis, fault diagnostics, and performance improvement initiatives.

  • Maintain and support electrical power systems including rectifiers, batteries, generators (DEG), power distribution systems, grounding, and site electrical protection systems.

  • Monitor and inspect site electrical installations to ensure compliance with electrical engineering standards and safety requirements.

  • Conduct periodic inspection and maintenance of tower and rooftop infrastructure, including rust treatment, earthing quality checks, and structural observations.

  • Conduct site surveys, technical assessments, and feasibility studies for network expansion and infrastructure improvements.

  • Support implementation of network upgrades, modernization projects, and new technology deployments.

  • Prepare maintenance reports, incident reports, acceptance documentation, and operational records accurately and on time.

  • Provide day-to-day supervision, technical support, coaching, and work allocation for the reporting technician to ensure efficient field operations and compliance with standards.