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ON CALL-CAKE POS Field Technician-St. Petersburg, FL-Hiring now

Geeks on Site, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States, 33739

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CAKE POS Field Technician – On-Call (1099 Contractor) Nationwide | Field Service | Independent Contractor

About the Role Geeks on Site is hiring experienced

CAKE POS Field Technicians

across the United States for on-call installation and troubleshooting work in restaurants and retail environments. This role involves

POS installations, networking support, low-voltage cabling, and occasional site surveys

to assess readiness for upcoming deployments.

This is a

1099 position — ideal for techs who want flexible scheduling and paid hourly fieldwork.

Compensation $35 per hour

Paid hourly for time on site

Weekly contractor payments

Responsibilities CAKE POS Installation & Support

Install, configure, and test CAKE POS terminals and peripherals (printers, pin pads, cash drawers, kitchen printers, scanners, etc.)

Verify firmware/software and activate POS components as instructed

Train staff on basic CAKE system usage if requested

Troubleshoot POS hardware and software issues during service calls

Networking & Low-Voltage Cabling

Run, terminate, and test

Cat5e/Cat6 cabling

Install wall plates, patch panels, conduits, and cable pathways

Mount and configure network switches, routers, and wireless access points

Identify and resolve LAN/WAN/WiFi connectivity problems

Document IP assignments and equipment layout when required

Site Surveys (When Scheduled)

Evaluate cabling, power, and network readiness prior to installation

Provide photos, notes, and risk assessments through a digital report

Requirements

2+ years of experience

in POS field service, IT support, or networking

Experience with CAKE POS preferred

Strong skills with:

DHCP / Static IP setup

TCP/IP networking

LAN/WAN/WiFi troubleshooting

Able to read installation diagrams

Comfortable working independently in active restaurant/retail environments

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical installation tasks

Essential Tools Required (Technician Must Bring)

Impact drill + drill bits

Phillips & flat-head screwdrivers

Wire stripper / punch-down tool

RJ45 crimping tool + connectors

Cable tester

(basic OK)

Assorted short Ethernet patch cables (for testing)

Label maker

or

printed cable labels

Zip ties / Velcro straps

Laptop with Ethernet port

(or USB-to-Ethernet adapter)

Smartphone (photos + communication + instructions) and use of Zoho FSM and Shifts

Techs with additional tools (ladder, toning tool, portable hotspot) receive priority on more complex deployments — not required.

Traits of a Strong Fit

Professional appearance and communication

Clean and organized cable management

Reliable and punctual — shows up when scheduled

Strong problem‑solving skills in the field

Scheduling & Workload

On‑call / flexible scheduling — no guaranteed weekly hours

Mostly daytime installations; some emergency dispatch opportunities

Assignments based on experience, tools, performance, and location

Why Technicians Like Working With Us Paid per hour on site — not flat rate

Flexible workload and scheduling

Great for technicians with multiple clients

Recurring support and dispatch availability while on site

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