Network Cabling Technician
Aga Khan Health Services
The position
The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is an institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya, which is an Agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. The Hospital is part of a network of health facilities, which includes Hospitals and Outreach Health Facilities across East Africa. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2012 accreditation for laboratory services, Safe Care level 5 accreditation and is at advanced stage of attaining Joint Commission International Accreditation. The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu has Outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho, Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa – Bay, Migori, Bomet, Eldoret, Kimilili and Nyamira. The Hospital is seeking to attract interested and qualified candidates for the following professional position:
NETWORK CABLING TECHNICIAN
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
Reporting to ICT Team Lead – Hardware and Support, the successful candidate will be is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of structured cabling systems, including fiber optic and copper cabling. The role ensures proper cable routing, termination, testing, and documentation to support a reliable IT network infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, terminate, and test Cat6, Cat6a, and fiber optic cables,
- Set up and maintain network racks, patch panels, and cable trays.
- Label and document cable routes to ensure proper identification
- Diagnose and repair network connectivity issues related to cabling.
- Perform cable testing using tools such as Fluke testers and OTDRs.
- Replace damaged cables, connectors, or terminations as needed.
- Adhere to safety regulations such as OSHA
- Ensure proper cable management to avoid hazards and maintain a professional setup.
- Work in coordination with ICT and facility teams to meet project timelines.
- Maintain network diagrams and cable labeling records.
- Provide reports on cabling projects, issues, and completed tasks.
- Assist in planning network expansion and infrastructure upgrades
The requirements
- Diploma/Certificate in ICT, Telecommunications.
- 1-3 years of experience in network cabling or related field.
- Experience working in data centers, office buildings, or industrial environments.
- Knowledge of structured cabling standards and best practices.
- Experience with fiber optic and copper cabling installation and maintenance.
- Ability to read network schematics and floor plans.
About The Agency
Aga Khan Health Services: With community health programmes in large geographical areas in Central and South Asia, as well as East Africa, and more than 200 health facilities including nine hospitals, the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of the most comprehensive private not-for-profit health care systems in the developing world. Building on the Ismaili Community’s health care efforts in the first half of the 20th century, AKHS now provides primary health care and curative medical care in Afghanistan, India, Kenya, Pakistan, and Tanzania, and provides technical assistance to government in health service delivery in Kenya, Syria and Tajikistan. More information……
Region
Eastern Africa
Location
Kenya
Salary
Salary and package to attract the best candidate
Job Expires
04-Apr-2025
