Network Engineer L2

Urgent Hiring-Network Field Engineer Contract Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance Support Model: Ticket-Based / On-Demand Dispatch Work Location: Onsite – [Rincon, Puerto Rico]

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Smart Hands / Network Field Engineer to provide onsite support for a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) deployment project. The selected technician will work onsite while coordinating with a remote engineering team to complete equipment installation, cabling, connectivity verification, and cutover activities.

• ResponsibilitiesPerform onsite Smart Hands / Remote Hands support for network deployment activities.
• Rack and install two Cisco 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs).
• Perform power connections and network cross-connects.
• Verify switchport availability and physical network connectivity.
• Install and connect SFP modules, fiber patch cables, and Ethernet cables.
• Support remote network engineers during installation and cutover activities.
• Perform basic physical and network connectivity troubleshooting.
• Validate equipment installation and connectivity.
• Remove and prepare legacy WLC equipment for return shipment, if required.
• Label and pack equipment as instructed.
• Provide completion updates and site photographs when requested.
• Required Skills & ExperiencePrevious Rack & Stack experience.
• Experience with network cabling and fiber connectivity.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco network equipment.
• Cisco WLC installation or deployment experience preferred.
• Smart Hands / Remote Hands / Field Service experience.
• Basic understanding of network connectivity and troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow instructions from remote engineering teams.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Required ToolsTechnicians should have access to:Standard network installation toolkit.
• Laptop with PuTTY and TFTP software.
• Console cable (USB-A to USB-B).
• Ethernet/LAN cables.
• Crossover cable.
• USB/Thumb drive as required for installation files.
• Reliable internet connectivity or mobile hotspot.
• 6-foot ladder.
• Project DeliverablesSuccessful onsite installation of Cisco 9800 WLC equipment.
• Physical power, cabling, and connectivity verification.
• Removal and preparation of legacy equipment, if applicable.
• Completion updates and required site documentation/photos.
• Coordination with the remote engineering team throughout the deployment.
• Contract Details1099 Independent Contractor / Freelance
• Ticket-Based / On-Demand Dispatch
• Onsite project assignment based on customer requirements.
• Assignment details, schedule, and compensation will be provided before dispatch.
• Interested candidates: Please apply with your updated resume and relevant Smart Hands / Network Field Engineer experience.