Job Description
Scope of Services
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The engineer will provide onsite Smart Hands and Network Deployment support for Cisco
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Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) installation activities.
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Contract Details
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- Position: Freelance Network Deployment Engineer
- Location: Pikeville, Kentucky, United States
- Contract Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
- Support Model: Ticket-Based / On-Demand (Not Full Time)
- Competitive Hourly Rate
- Potential for recurring project opportunities
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Key Responsibilities
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- 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
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Required Skill
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- 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
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Required Tool
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- 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
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