Network Engineer-II / Freelance Engineer Sharp Brains Ltd - 2.0 Cincinnati, OH Job Details Temporary | Part-time $40 - $45 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Telecommunications network troubleshooting Data Center Operations Data center experience Communication system installation Wireless Access Point implementation CCNA Wireless network configuration Equipment troubleshooting Low-voltage system cabling VLAN Cisco routers/switches implementation Fiber optic systems installation Networking equipment (troubleshooting support) Network infrastructure management 802.11 (Wi-Fi) Equipment racks mounting Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a Network Engineer to provide hands-on support for Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), Access Points, switches, and related network infrastructure. The role will focus primarily on rack-and-stack, cabling, hardware installation, physical troubleshooting, and coordination with remote network engineering teams. Key Responsibilities Perform rack-and-stack installation of WLCs, switches, and network equipment. Install, connect, label, and manage copper, fiber, console, and power cabling. Perform physical installation, replacement, reboot, and power-cycle activities for WLCs and APs. Provide hands-and-feet support to remote network engineers during installation, configuration, and troubleshooting. Perform basic physical troubleshooting of ports, cables, SFPs, power, LEDs, and connectivity. Assist with WLC/AP commissioning, testing, upgrades, and maintenance activities. Support hardware replacement and cable tracing as required. Maintain rack diagrams, port mappings, asset information, and installation documentation. Follow approved MOP/SOP, change-management, and data-center safety procedures. Coordinate with NOC and remote engineering teams during incidents and planned maintenance. Requirements 1-3 years of experience in network or data-center hands-on support. Basic knowledge of Cisco WLC, Access Points, switches, and networking concepts. Experience with rack-and-stack, structured cabling, fiber/copper patching, and console access. Basic understanding of VLANs, Ethernet, PoE, IP addressing, and network connectivity. Ability to troubleshoot physical network issues and work with remote engineering teams. CCNA or equivalent networking knowledge is preferred. Willingness to work on-site and during scheduled maintenance windows.