On-Call Technician-POS Installation Technician - San Diego, CA - Hiring Now

Geeks on Site • Contract • Carlsbad, California, United States • 3w ago

POS Installation Technician (1099 Contractor)

📍 Location: Nationwide U.S. Coverage – Local Assignments Only
💼 Job Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
💰 Pay: $40–$45/hour (on-site time) + mileage reimbursement over 20 miles one-way

About Geeks on Site

Geeks on Site is a national leader in on-site IT support and technology installations, proudly serving businesses and residential clients for over 20 years. As we expand our commercial service network, we’re hiring experienced POS Field Technicians to help deploy modern point-of-sale systems across the U.S.

⚠️ Important Note

This is an on-call, 1099 contractor position — not a full-time role.
There are no guaranteed hours. You’ll receive jobs based on your availability and proximity, and you choose which jobs to accept.

About the Role

As a POS Installer, you'll be dispatched to commercial locations to install and configure point-of-sale systems, verify device connectivity, and ensure a smooth handoff to the client. You’ll work independently, follow documentation, and collaborate remotely with our support teams when needed.

We focus on our own proprietary and supported POS devices, but experience with other platforms such as Dejavoo, Clover, Plax is a plus.

What You’ll Do

Install POS hardware: terminals, card readers, pin pads, cash drawers, tablets
Configure connections (Ethernet/Wi-Fi), verify power and device sync
Connect equipment to existing network infrastructure
Coordinate with remote techs or vendor support for testing
Keep cable management clean and professional
Submit photos, documentation, and completion notes through our CRM
Represent the Geeks on Site brand with professionalism and quality workmanship

2+ years of experience in field IT, low-voltage installs, or similar
Familiarity with one or more POS systems (Clover, Square, Verifone, UniPay, etc.) - Mostly Clover
Experience with touchscreen or tablet-based POS terminals
Ability to independently troubleshoot connectivity, sync, and power issues
Basic installation tools: drill, screwdrivers, zip ties, cable testers, etc.
Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a smartphone with camera/data
Strong communication skills and a clean, professional work style
Bonus: Background with ISP installs, kiosks, routers, or small biz tech setups

What You Get

$40–$45/hour for on-site work
Mileage reimbursement for travel over 20 miles (one way)
Parts reimbursement for approved client hardware
Flexible, on-demand scheduling — take jobs based on your route and availability
Full support from our dispatch and remote technician teams

✅ What to Expect After You Apply

We want to make the process transparent from day one. Here’s how it works:

📞 Intro Call: A recruiter will reach out for a brief phone screening 📝 Electronic Onboarding: You’ll complete all contractor paperwork and tax forms digitally 🔍 Background Check: A background check is required before being activated in our system 📅 Submit Your Availability: You’ll enter your work schedule preferences in our CRM 📲 Start Receiving Jobs: Based on your location and availability, we’ll start sending you job offers via our dispatch system Ready to Join?

If you’re an experienced technician looking to earn great pay with total flexibility, we’d love to welcome you into the Geeks on Site technician network.