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Job Title: Junior Network Engineer
Location: New Hospital Construction Site
Type: Contract / On-Site
Job Summary
The Junior Network Engineer will support day-to-day physical network deployment activities for a new hospital construction project. This role focuses on hands-on rack and stack work, cabling, equipment installation, and ensuring network infrastructure is properly prepared for turn-up and testing. The engineer will work closely with senior engineers, construction teams, and vendors to ensure all network components are installed according to design specifications and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform rack and stack of network equipment including switches, routers, firewalls, servers, and UPS units.
- Execute structured cabling tasks (fiber & copper), labeling, dressing, termination, and testing.
- Assist in setting up IDF/MDF rooms, mounting hardware, and installing equipment rails, shelves, PDUs, and cable management systems.
- Interpret physical network diagrams, elevation drawings, and cabling layouts.
- Perform basic equipment configuration tasks under supervision (initial boot, console connectivity, IP assignment).
- Conduct equipment inventory, documentation, and update installation logs.
- Support site readiness checks, environmental checks, and equipment staging.
- Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements for an active construction site.
- Coordinate with construction crews, electricians, and vendors to ensure proper cabling pathways, grounding, and rack placements.
- Troubleshoot basic connectivity issues and escalate as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 1–2 years of experience in network installation, data center work, or structured cabling (preferred).
- Basic understanding of network hardware (switches, routers, access points, firewalls).
- Knowledge of structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA), fiber types, and copper categories.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, testers, and labelers safely.
- Strong attention to detail, documentation skills, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to lift and install equipment up to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working in construction environments—dust, noise, PPE usage, and physical tasks.
Nice to Have
- Cabling certifications (BICSI, FOA, etc.)
- Basic networking certifications (CCNA, Network )
- Experience supporting healthcare or large-scale commercial build-outs.