Mpumelelo Dladla

Structured Cabling, Fibre Optic, and Data Center Technician with 4+ years of hands-on experience in FTTH/FTTB infrastructure, fibre splicing, network troubleshooting, structured cabling, and enterprise data center operations. Experienced in OTDR testing, rack-and-stack deployments, hardware troubleshooting, and ISP support environments. Currently expanding expertise in networking, cloud infrastructure, and modern IT systems through Cisco, Microsoft Azure, and Oracle Cloud certifications.

Data Center Technician - FiberAid – Vantage Data Centers

(2025-06 - 2026-02)

• Performed rack-and-stack installation, deployment, and decommissioning of servers and network equipment.
• Installed, terminated, and tested fibre and copper cabling according to industry standards.
• Monitored environmental systems including cooling, UPS, and power infrastructure.
• Diagnosed and replaced failed hardware components including power supplies, drives, and memory.
• Maintained equipment inventory, rack elevations, and maintenance documentation.
• Supported physical security and compliance procedures within enterprise data center environments.

Fibre Optic Technician - FiberUp

(2024-08 - 2025-05)

• Installed and maintained FTTH/FTTB fibre infrastructure across multiple sites.
• Performed fibre splicing, ring cuts, troubleshooting, and network restoration.
• Used OTDRs, power meters, laser sources, and live fibre detectors for diagnostics.
• Configured and supported routers, switches, Ubiquiti equipment, and Radwin systems.
• Maintained accurate installation records, project documentation, and OSP Insight updates.
• Collaborated with field teams to deliver installations and urgent service restoration.

Fibre Optic Technician - Ladysmith Wireless Solutions

(2023-09 - 2024-07)

• Installed, repaired, and maintained fibre optic infrastructure and telecommunications systems.
• Handled underground and aerial fibre splicing and fibre route troubleshooting.
• Configured and maintained telecommunications network equipment and repeaters.
• Interpreted fibre layouts, blueprints, and installation plans.
• Ensured compliance with safety standards and operational procedures.

Help Desk Technician - The LAB Parlour

(2022-08 - 2023-07)

• Provided technical support for hardware and software-related issues.
• Diagnosed and resolved incidents in a timely manner.
• Communicated with clients and managed support-related administration.

Higher Certificate - Supply Chain Management

Matric - Ntathakusa Secondary School (2019)