On-Call Technician - POS Installation Technician - Washington DC

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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

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.

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

Requirements
:

• 2+ years of experience in field IT, low-voltage installs, or similar
• Familiarity with one or more POS systems (Clover, Square, Verifone, Uni Pay, 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

Benefits
:

• $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
:

• 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