Field IT Technician - Telecoms

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Field IT Technician - Telecoms

  • Location:

    Wakefield

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    24,000-30,000

  • Contact:

    Heidi Wood

  • Contact email:

    heidiwood@firstchoice-uk.com

  • Contact phone:

    01924 201155

  • Job ref:

    HW/FITT

  • Published:

    over 2 years ago

  • Expiry date:

    2022-02-06

​Job description

Field IT Technician - Telecoms

Wakefield WF2

£24,000 and £30, 000 per annum

Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm.

First Choice are currently recruiting for a knowledgeable and confident Field IT Technician to join our busy Telecoms client.

The role.

  • Capable of dealing with technical problems at client’s sites and be focused on providing a solution in a timely fashion

  • Good technical skills gained in a technology environment would be beneficial

  • The role requires visits businesses to service and install both telecoms and IT equipment.

  • In most cases the use of a laptop is the primary tool, however there is a need at times for cables to installed and other peripheral equipment to be provided. i.e., Access Points, switches, data devices or door entry solutions.

The Peron:

  • As Field Engineer you should be technically astute

  • You will have excellent problem solving and analytical skills and a high level of attention to detail is a must to succeed as our Field Engineer

  • Must have some technical knowledge ideally amassed over at least 3 years

  • Must be familiar with Microsoft products and services, PC’s, and servers

  • Must be able to drive and will have access to their own vehicle during work hours – mileage expenses paid

  • A field-based technician who can work on their own initiative in a business environment

  • The ideal candidate will have good communications skills as well as a professional attitude

Other:

  • The position requires that occasionally travel around the UK is required and sometimes an overnight stay away from home might be required -This requirement is rare, but candidates should consider this fact before applying

  • Candidates will be provided with a laptop and some basic hand tools

  • A company uniform which comprises of polo shirts and a fleece will also be provided

Benefits:

  • The salary for this role is dependent on experience and knowledge

  • The salary range will be between £24,000 and £30, 000 per annum plus a car allowance

  • Pension contribution statutory

  • 20 days paid holiday + will apply after a qualifying period of 3 months.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer, and this position is open to all suitable candidates.