Network Field Technician

Location: Indiana
Work Type: Onsite - Freelance Contract
Visit Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours per scheduled visit

Position Overview

DTS IT Staffing is looking for a Network Field Technician to support a short-term onsite network project across the Indianapolis metropolitan area.

The technician may be assigned to multiple nearby locations, including Indianapolis, Carmel, Noblesville, and Avon. This opportunity is ideal for a local technician who is comfortable traveling between nearby sites.

Project Responsibilities

• Pick up project hardware from a designated FedEx pickup location when required.
• Rack and install a 1RU network router.
• Connect the router to the designated switch port without disrupting the existing network.
• Locate and identify two separate network circuits using provided demarcation information.
• Test each circuit using a laptop and Ethernet connection.
• Configure static IP settings on a laptop when required.
• Perform basic connectivity and speed testing.
• Capture photos of test results and equipment connections.
• Coordinate with a remote network engineer through Webex when required.
• Follow provided instructions carefully and avoid disturbing existing network equipment.
• Submit completion notes and required photos after the visit.

Required Skills

• Experience in network field support, network installation, or smart hands services.
• Basic understanding of Ethernet and network connectivity.
• Experience with rack & stack activities.
• Ability to configure static IP settings on a laptop.
• Basic network troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable working independently at customer locations

Technician Should Have

• Laptop with Ethernet port or USB-to-Ethernet adapter
• Standard network/rack-and-stack tools
• Required console cable
• Smartphone
• Mobile hotspot
• 6-foot and 10-foot Cat6 Ethernet cables

Location

Indianapolis Metro Area

Primary locations include:

• Indianapolis, IN
• Carmel, IN
• Noblesville, IN
• Avon, IN

Local candidates who can comfortably travel within the Indianapolis metro area are preferred.

Contract Details

This is a paid freelance field-service assignment with approximately 4.5 hours per scheduled visit. Selected technicians will receive site-specific instructions and scheduling details before the visit.

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person