Network Field Engineer
The engineer will stage and prepare equipment, rack and install Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, and support remote engineers during implementation. They will also validate installations and troubleshoot basic connectivity issues.
- On-site
- Saguenay, QC
- Posted Jul 16, 2026
- Apply by Aug 15, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Scope of Services The engineer will provide onsite Smart Hands and Network Deployment support for Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) installation activities. Contract Details Position: Freelance Network Deployment Engineer Location: Chicoutimi, Quebec, Canada (Onsite) Contract Type: 1099 Independent Contractor Support Model: Ticket-Based / On-Demand (Not Full Time) Competitive Hourly Rate Potential for recurring project opportunities Key Responsibilities Stage and prepare equipment prior to deployment Rack, install, and cable Cisco 9800 Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) Perform power, fiber, and Ethernet cross-connects Verify switch port availability and physical connectivity Install SFP modules, fiber patch cords, and Ethernet cables Support remote engineers during implementation and cutover Validate installation and troubleshoot basic connectivity issues Remove and package legacy network equipment (when required) Provide site updates and completion photos Required Skill Experience with Rack & Stack activities Cisco WLC installation and deployment Fiber optic and Ethernet cabling Smart Hands / Remote Hands support Basic network troubleshooting Experience working in enterprise data center or network environments Required Tool Standard technician toolkit Laptop with PuTTY and TFTP Server Console cable (USB-A to USB-B) Ethernet and crossover cables USB or thumb drive Internet hotspot/Wi-Fi Label maker 6-foot ladder
What you’ll do
The engineer will stage and prepare equipment, rack and install Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, and support remote engineers during implementation. They will also validate installations and troubleshoot basic connectivity issues.
Requirements
Experience with rack and stack activities and Cisco WLC installation is required. Candidates should also have experience in fiber optic and Ethernet cabling, as well as basic network troubleshooting.
Other relevant skills
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- Rack & Stack
- Cisco WLC Installation
- Fiber Optic Cabling
- Ethernet Cabling
- Smart Hands Support
- Basic Network Troubleshooting
- Enterprise Data Center Experience
Job areas
- Technology
- Engineering
- Consulting
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 15, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Associate
- Application method
- Direct apply is available