Field Technician

3 days ago

United States GDT - General Datatech Full-time

Position: Field Technician

Type: Long term contract

Overview

We are seeking a field-based contractor to support our clinic network with project implementation, day-to-day break/fix support, and site maintenance. This hands-on role require regular travel between clinic locations to perform hardware installations, troubleshoot issues, improve network infrastructure organization, and maintain accurate site documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Network Hardware Refresh

  • Decommission and remove legacy network equipment, including switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
  • Install and replace network hardware according to project plans and technical runbooks.
  • Support site cutovers and installations in coordination with internal IT teams and circuit vendors.

Site Reconnaissance & Documentation

  • Conduct on-site assessments to identify and inventory network equipment, endpoints, and connected devices.
  • Document device locations, network configurations, and site infrastructure.
  • Create and maintain accurate as-built documentation, network diagrams, and equipment inventory records.

Cable Management & Infrastructure Cleanup

  • Organize, dress, and label network cabling where needed.
  • Identify and remove abandoned or unused cable runs where appropriate.
  • Improve cable organization and maintainability across clinic locations.

Dispatch & Break/Fix Support

  • Respond to dispatched service requests requiring on-site technical support.
  • Perform endpoint moves, adds, and changes, along with basic hardware troubleshooting and replacement.
  • Support other on-site IT needs as assigned.

Project Support & Site Transitions

  • Assist with new clinic and office builds, relocations, and consolidations.
  • Install and configure end-user equipment, including workstations, printers, and phones.
  • Provide hands-on support for project deployments and site readiness activities.

MDF/IDF Cleanup & Standardization

  • Assess and organize main distribution frame (MDF) and intermediate distribution frame (IDF) closets.
  • Identify and remove obsolete or unused equipment as appropriate.
  • Organize cabling, improve equipment layout, and clean up technical spaces to support consistent site standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Ability to work independently at clinic locations with minimal supervision.
  • Basic to intermediate networking knowledge, including equipment identification, labeling, patching, and cabling.
  • Ability to follow technical runbooks and established deployment procedures.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly with site documentation and inventory.
  • Reliable, hands-on approach to troubleshooting and completing assigned tasks.
  • Willingness and ability to travel regularly between clinic locations.