Monday 2 April 2012

Regional Technician Job Vacancy at Uganda Telecom (UTL)


Job Title: REGIONAL TECHNICIAN -East
UTL has taken its niche in the telecom industry in Uganda by storm – enjoying phenomenal growth and an unrivalled and unparalleled profile. Now we are looking for resources with the drive, character and ambition to contribute to the growth of the organization in a new and exciting period of further development of our Commercial and Technical departments. From the moment you join, you will be required to find new and effective ways to enhance the Sales and Distribution Function, committed to getting things done right first time, and make a difference to the future success of the organization.


The successful candidates will demonstrate:
Good communication and analytical skills
Creative and innovative thinking
Good trouble shooting skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to install, configure and maintain PABXs
Ability to carry out Cabinet and MDF jumpering
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Flexibility and willingness to work long hours
A positive approach towards work and the ability to prioritize will be vital
Applicants must have
A Higher Diploma in Telecommunication or Electrical Engineering or its equivalent
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar field
Computer skills
A clean driving record
Added Advantage
Knowledge of the Telecommunication Industry
A+/CCNA Certifications
Duties and Responsibilities:
To carry out timely installation of new Land lines, Leased Lines, E1s, Broadband (ADSL, ISDN)
To promptly restore interrupted service to customer lines (Land Lines, Leased Lines, E1s, and Broadband)
To identify and advise on areas where there is no network coverage or where network improvement is required.
To ensure appropriate usage of materials and provide regular accountability of these materials
To monitor and advise on capacity of DSLAM, NODE, and Access Network
To fill in the daily customer job card on completion of an installation or fault resolved
To notify the Line Managers of any shortages of stock e.g. ports, access network or any other resource
Interested Candidates should apply to:

The Chief Human Resources & Administration Officer
Uganda Telecom
Rwenzori Courts
P.O Box 7171
Kampala.
Or recruitment@utl.co.ug

Closing Date: 5th April 2012 at 17.00hrs. Only short listed candidates will be contacted