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Field Technician

West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC) Garissa, East Africa, KE Other Posted 2026-10-08
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WIOCC is recruiting a Field Technician in Garissa to support telecom network monitoring, installation, testing, maintenance and fault resolution. Applicants need an engineering degree, at least three years of relevant telecom experience and a valid driver's licence; applications are open online until 31 October 2026.

  • 24/7 support includes on-call nights, weekends and public holidays.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is required.
  • At least three years of relevant telecom experience is needed.
Source Job in Kenya Salary Not enough public salary data is available for this exact role. Before applying, prepare to ask about gross pay, benefits, contract length, probation period, transport and any allowances.

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WIOCC is recruiting a Field Technician in Garissa to support telecom network monitoring, installation, testing, maintenance and fault resolution. Applicants need an engineering degree, at least three years of relevant telecom experience and a valid driver's licence; applications are open online until 31 October 2026.

  • 24/7 support includes on-call nights, weekends and public holidays.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is required.
  • At least three years of relevant telecom experience is needed.
  • CCNA, Cisco, MikroTik and fibre-optic certifications are desirable.
  • A valid driver's licence is required.
  • Apply through the provided TalentHR link by 31 October 2026.
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  • Required3+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
  • RequiredEducation or certification mentioned in the postThe captured text mentions education, a diploma, certificate, or licence.
  • PreferredPractical evidence in driver, sales, motoristaThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
  • RequiredAvailability to work in GarissaThe vacancy is associated with this location.
  • UnclearComfort with the Other contract termsConfirm hours, duration, probation and benefits at the original source.

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  • Role specificCover letter or short employer message
  • OptionalProfessional references
  • Role specificAcademic or professional certificates
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  • VerifyID or passport only after verifying the employer

Application tips for this job

  • Place your strongest Field Technician evidence in the first half of your CV.
  • In your cover letter or employer message, connect your experience to West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC) and the role in Garissa.
  • Add concrete examples related to driver, sales, motorista, ideally with measurable outcomes or clear responsibilities.
  • Follow the instructions from Job in Kenya; avoid sending documents to unofficial contacts or copied links.
  • Confirm the deadline, interview location and employer contact before sharing personal documents.
  • Plan to submit before the listed deadline: 2026-10-31.

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  • Application method is clear
  • Deadline is available: 2026-10-31
  • No major risk signal was detected in the captured text.

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Interview preparation

  • What experience makes you a strong fit for this Field Technician role in driver, sales?
  • How have you handled responsibilities similar to those in this job post?
  • Are you available to work in Garissa under the listed contract or schedule?
  • Prepare examples with clear responsibilities, tools used and measurable outcomes.
  • Review the source and research West Indian Ocean Cable Company (WIOCC) before the interview.

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Original source description

Field Technician - GRA

Key Duties and Responsibilities

24/7 field assistance, on-call, out of hours and night / weekend / public holidays working as required

Proactive monitoring of equipment and facilities

Assist network installation, testing and commissioning, bringing into service, integration

Cross connects and jumping

Assist to maintain records, inventory and spares

Assist to receive equipment, bench test, storage and RMA return handling

Assist with incident and problem resolution as directed by NOC / TAC

Provide Service Desk cover as required

Assist Service Manager as directed

Assist with technical shareholder support / shareholder consultancy and sales support

Assist with network quality and performance management

Assist with creation of ad hoc reports as needed

Assist other departments and projects as requested by the Programme Manager

Drive company vehicles as required

Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

CCNA, Cisco, MikroTik and Fiber Optic certifications (desirable)

Proficiency in routing protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Valid driver’s license

Experience and Skills

3+ years of relevant work experience in telecom industry

Knowledge of platforms including OTN, DWDM, SDH, Data (Ethernet, IP/MPLS, OSPF, BGP).

Knowledge in supporting transmission and switching equipment from leading manufacturers. i.e., Mikrotik, Juniper, Tejas Networks etc.

Must use systems effectively to record information accurately and concisely in a timely manner

Demonstrate ability to manage multiple priorities and solve problems in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communications and soft skills, including ability to listen and follow instructions

Method of application

  • If you are interested and qualified, kindly submit your application via the link provided below,
  • https://jobs.talenthr.io/wioccgroup/field-technician-4/139?utm_source=Jobinkenya
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