Career Opportunities: Senior Administrator - Cisco Unified Communications (176299)
Requisition ID176299-Posted10/07/2026
Job Responsibilities : Role-Specific Responsibilities (On-Site Scope)
- Physical Hardware Staging & Installation: Unbox, inventory, rack, cable, and power on Cisco collaboration hardware (Cisco Catalyst voice routers, VG420/VG410 high-density analog gateways, compute servers, and Phybridge PoE switches) across data centers and telecom closets.
- IP Endpoint Rollout: Deploy physical Cisco IP phones (9800 series) to user desks, patch into data jacks/Phybridge adapters, enter activation codes, and verify phone registration on the network.
- Analog Infrastructure Cutover Support: Assist telecom technicians with physical cross-connects (CAT3/RJ21 amphenol wiring) between legacy terminal blocks and Cisco VG420 gateway ports; test physical dial tone across plant floor phones, hotline/PLAR units, and paging amplifiers.
- On-Site Test Script Execution: Walk site test scripts covering basic dial tone, inbound/outbound calling, feature testing (hold, transfer, conference), voicemail MWI lights, and emergency line dial checks.
- Field Punch-List & Inventory Management: Maintain physical asset tracking spreadsheets (MAC addresses, serial numbers, port assignments, and desk locations) and report daily progress to the Project Manager.
Job Summary : Cisco Collaboration/Telecom Technician
Job Description :
- Certifications & Education:\\\\\ \\
- Education: Diploma or Degree in Computer Systems Networking, Telecommunications Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent field experience.\\\ \\
- Certifications (Preferred):\\\ \\o Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or relevant network technician certificate.\\\ \\
Key Responsibilities
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Skill Requirements
Skill Requirement :
- Physical Telecom & Network Cabling:
- Hands-on basic knowledge of structured cabling standards (CAT5e/6, RJ45, RJ11, 25-pair/50-pin RJ21 amphenol connectors).
- Ability to use basic field testing tools (cable testers, tone generators, and test sets / butt sets for analog line verification).
- Cisco Endpoint & Gateway Verification:
- Basic Familiarity with Cisco IP Phone onboarding, basic LCD menus, and activation code provisioning.
- Basic CLI and web GUI familiarity to verify link status, interface states, and gateway port LED indicators (VG420, VG410, C8300).
- Basic understanding of Power over Ethernet (PoE) and long-reach Ethernet adapters (Phybridge).
- Data Logging & Asset Management:
- High proficiency in Excel/spreadsheets to record serial numbers, MAC addresses, port mappings, and testing results accurately.
Other Requirements
Other Requirement :
- Competencies:
- Safety & Compliance Focus: Proven track record of strictly adhering to enterprise plant safety rules, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and secure facility access protocols.
- Hands-On Reliability & Work Ethic: Punctual, organized, and physically capable of handling equipment movement, racking, and desk-to-desk hardware rollouts.
- Collaborative Field Presence: Strong interpersonal skills to interface courteously with on-site customer staff, plant operators, and local cabling contractors.
- Disciplined Execution: Follows step-by-step technical instructions from remote senior engineering leads without skipping procedural safeguards.
Senior Administrator - Cisco Unified Communications in Ottawa employer: HCL CANADA INC. (Fy HCL Axon Technologies Inc.)
As a Track Manager at our company, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritizes innovation and technical excellence. We offer competitive benefits, continuous professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment where your leadership skills can shine. Located in a vibrant tech hub, our organization is committed to fostering employee growth while ensuring a meaningful impact on enterprise clients through cutting-edge VMware solutions.
Contact Details:
HCL CANADA INC. (Fy HCL Axon Technologies Inc.) Recruitment Team
