Jobs in Oshawa, ON

Job summary

The Network Engineer will perform on-site installation and configuration of voice and network hardware, including routers, gateways, and IP phones. They are responsible for testing dial tone, verifying network connectivity, and maintaining accurate asset tracking documentation.

Job details

Build More Than Just a Career. Build Your Future. At Vailexa, we’re not just hiring — we’re building thinkers, creators, and future leaders. We believe in giving people the space to grow, the freedom to think, and the opportunity to create real impact from day one. If you’re someone who wants to learn fast, take ownership, and grow beyond limits, you’ll feel right at home here. Role Overview Client is seeking a Network Engineer to support an on-site voice and network infrastructure rollout at a regulated enterprise facility. This hands-on role involves staging and installing telecom hardware, deploying IP endpoints, and supporting the cutover of legacy analog systems to a modern voice network. The role is critical to ensuring a smooth transition of telecom infrastructure with minimal disruption to daily operations. Key Responsibilities Unbox, inventory, rack, cable, and power on network and collaboration hardware — including voice routers, high-density analog gateways, compute servers, and PoE switches — across data centers and telecom closets Deploy physical IP phones to user desks, patch into data jacks or PoE adapters, enter activation codes, and verify phone registration on the network Assist telecom technicians with physical cross-connects between legacy terminal blocks and voice gateway ports, and test physical dial tone across facility phones, hotline/PLAR units, and paging amplifiers Execute on-site test scripts covering basic dial tone, inbound/outbound calling, feature testing (hold, transfer, conference), voicemail message-waiting indicators, and emergency line dial checks Maintain physical asset tracking spreadsheets (MAC addresses, serial numbers, port assignments, and desk locations) and report daily progress to the Project Manager Required Qualifications Hands-on, working knowledge of structured cabling standards (CAT5e/6, RJ45, RJ11, 25-pair/50-pin RJ21 amphenol connectors) Ability to use basic field testing tools, including cable testers, tone generators, and test sets for analog line verification Basic familiarity with IP phone onboarding, LCD menu navigation, and activation code provisioning Basic CLI and web GUI familiarity to verify link status, interface states, and gateway port LED indicators Basic understanding of Power over Ethernet (PoE) and long-reach Ethernet adapters High proficiency in Excel/spreadsheets to accurately record serial numbers, MAC addresses, port mappings, and testing results Proven track record of strictly adhering to enterprise facility safety rules, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and secure facility access protocols Punctual, organized, and physically capable of handling equipment movement, racking, and desk-to-desk hardware rollouts Strong interpersonal skills to interface courteously with on-site customer staff, facility operators, and local cabling contractors Ability to follow step-by-step technical instructions from remote senior engineering leads without skipping procedural safeguards Fluent English communication skills, both verbal and written Diploma or degree in Computer Systems Networking, Telecommunications Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent field experience Preferred Qualifications Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or a relevant network technician certification Vendor cabling or telecom technician certifications are an asset Tools & Technologies Enterprise IP telephony systems and analog voice gateways Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches and long-reach Ethernet adapters Structured cabling systems (CAT5e/6, RJ45/RJ11, RJ21 amphenol) Cable testers, tone generators, and analog test/butt sets Microsoft Excel for asset and inventory tracking Ready to take the next step? If you’re excited about this role and ready to grow with a team that values ambition, ideas, and impact — we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Apply now and start building your journey with Vailexa.

What you’ll do

The Network Engineer will perform on-site installation and configuration of voice and network hardware, including routers, gateways, and IP phones. They are responsible for testing dial tone, verifying network connectivity, and maintaining accurate asset tracking documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must have hands-on experience with structured cabling, IP telephony, and basic network testing tools. A diploma or degree in a relevant technical field is required, along with strong proficiency in Excel and the ability to follow technical procedures.

Listed skills

• Network Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Network engineering
• Structured cabling
• IP telephony
• Voice gateways
• PoE switches
• Hardware installation
• Cable testing
• Asset tracking
• CLI
• Excel
• Telecom infrastructure
• Network troubleshooting
• RJ45
• RJ11
• Technical documentation
• Inventory Staging
• Outbound Calls
• Voicemail
• Network Infrastructure
• Microsoft Excel
• Asset Tracking
• Telecommunications
• Voice Over IP
• Category 5 Cabling
• Cisco Certified Network Associate
• Spreadsheets
• Command-Line Interface
• Communication
• Data Centers
• English Language
• Field Testing
• Web Portals
• Interpersonal Communications
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD)
• MAC Address
• Project Management
• Network Engineering
• Operations
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Power Over Ethernet
• Registered Jacks
• Structured Cabling
• Telecom Infrastructure
• Wireless Paging Systems
• Network Switches
• Network Routing
• Hardware Adapters

Job areas

• Technology
• Engineering
• Trades
• Network Engineer
• Network Engineer / Architect
• Computer Network Professionals
• Computer Network Architects