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Our client, an established IT company servicing the hospitality industry, is currently seeking to employ a skilled and dependable Onsite Support and Installation Technician to join their Technical Onsite Support team based in Port Elizabeth.
Requirements:
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Grade 12 / Matric is essential.
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A+ and/or N+ certification or equivalent technical experience.
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Minimum 1 year’s experience in IT hardware support or onsite technical installations.
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POS, retail, or hospitality technology experience preferred.
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Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport are essential.
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Willingness to work after-hours and be available for rotational weekly standby.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
1. Onsite Support and Troubleshooting:
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Provide onsite technical support for new installations and escalated issues.
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Diagnose and resolve hardware faults such as printer failures, power issues, and device disconnects.
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Replace or repair faulty POS equipment (e.g., printers, power supplies, terminals).
2. Hardware Installation & Setup:
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Install and set up POS terminals, printers, cash drawers, scanners, and kitchen display systems.
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Connect and secure all devices to required power, LAN, and networking infrastructure.
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Ensure that all POS devices are fully operational before go-live.
3. Onsite Configuration and Testing:
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Configure BIOS settings, network parameters (static IPs), printer paths, and display settings.
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Load and configure POS client software under the guidance of internal support teams.
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Conduct full functionality testing before client handover.
4. Client Liaison and Go-Live Support:
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Represent the company professionally while onsite.
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Provide brief user orientation during go-live or handover stages.
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Communicate any client concerns or risks to the internal support/project teams.
5. Documentation and Feedback:
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Complete all installation checklists accurately.
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Log work completed (photos, notes, client sign-offs) using internal systems or mobile tools.
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Report any irregularities or follow-up actions to the Installation Coordinator or Manager.
6. General Duties:
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Collect and return hardware stock from office as required.
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Maintain company-issued tools, devices, and vehicle (if applicable).
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Participate in internal training or technical refreshers.
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Assist during major system upgrades or multi-site rollout projects.
Additional Information:
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Working Hours: Standard business hours, with evening and weekend work during installations or cutovers.
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Standby Duty: Weekly rotational standby for urgent onsite or remote hardware support.
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Travel: Daily travel to client sites required.
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Physical Requirements: Lifting, working under counters, and in kitchen environments may be required.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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