Network Engineer

🚀 Hiring: Field Engineer (Cisco WLC 9800) | Network Deployment Engineer | Onsite Dispatch | Spokane, Washington, USA | Contract

📍 Location: Spokane, Washington, USA (Onsite)

💼 Employment Type: Freelance / Contract / Dispatch-Based

💰 Rate: $30/Hour

🕒 Engagement Type: Ticket-Based / On-Demand

⚠️ No Guaranteed Hours

We are currently seeking an experienced Field Engineer / Network Deployment Engineer for onsite dispatch-based support across client locations in and around Modesto.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in Cisco wireless deployments, rack & stack activities, structured cabling, and onsite field support.

🔧 Key Responsibilities:

• Install Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC 9800 Series)

• Perform rack & stack deployments and structured cabling

• Handle fiber optic connectivity, SFP installation, and patching

• Validate switchports, power connections, and network cross-connects

• Stage hardware before deployment and support cutover activities

• Coordinate with remote network teams during implementation

• Troubleshoot physical layer and connectivity issues onsite

• Decommission legacy WLC devices and manage return logistics

📌 Project Scope:

• Dispatch / ticket-based assignments

• Typically 1 site per day

• Weekend deployments may be required for larger projects

✅ Required Skills:

• Experience with Cisco WLC 9800 deployments

• Strong understanding of LAN/WAN networking fundamentals

• Expertise in fiber optics, SFP modules & structured cabling

• Rack & stack and onsite deployment experience

• Ability to work independently in field environments

🧰 Required Tools:

• Console cable

• Mobile hotspot

• Label maker

• Rack mounting tools