On-Call IT Field Technician -Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY -Hiring Now (Schenectady)

On-Call IT Field Technician PC, Mac, Printer & Scanner Support

📍 Location : Multiple U.S. Cities (Local, Onsite Support)

💼 Job Type : Independent Contractor (1099)

💰 Pay : $40$45 / hour (on-site) + mileage reimbursement over 20 miles one way

🗓 Schedule : Flexible You accept jobs based on your availability

Important Note

This is an on-call, 1099 independent contractor role with no guaranteed hours.

Youll join our technician network and receive job opportunities based on your location and stated availability. You decide which jobs you want to accept.

About Geeks on Site

Geeks on Site has been delivering trusted, on-site IT and technical support to homes and businesses nationwide for over 20 years. Were expanding our network of skilled on-call technicians to meet growing demand for in-person support including computers, networks, printers, and more.

About the Role

Were hiring field IT technicians who can confidently support a wide range of tech needs for residential and small business customers.

This includes troubleshooting PCs and Macs, resolving network issues, and repairing or configuring printers / scanners including issues like Canon MF printer network setup or G-series ink absorber error codes (e.g., 1700).

Youll be dispatched to customer sites, work independently, and complete service calls efficiently and professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair hardware / software issues on Windows and macOS systems
• Resolve boot errors, OS issues, and login problems
• Set up or troubleshoot Wi-Fi and wired internet connections
• Replace or upgrade hardware (HDD, RAM, cooling fans, etc.)
• Configure or connect printers and scanners (Canon, HP, Brother, etc.)
• Address common printer error codes (e.g., ink absorber, paper feed, connectivity)
• Perform general maintenance on multifunction printers (MFPs)
• Reinstall operating systems using bootable USBs or recovery media
• Install remote tools or shortcuts as requested
• Communicate clearly with customers and provide basic post-service support
• Document service visits and escalate complex issues as needed

2+ years of field IT support experience, including computer and printer work

Compensation

What to Expect After You Apply 📞 Intro Call A recruiter will contact you for a quick chat 📝 Onboarding Complete paperwork and tax forms electronically 🔍 Background Check Mandatory before activation 📅 Set Your Availability You enter your availability in our tech portal 📲 Start Receiving Jobs Youll be dispatched jobs based on proximity & skills Join Our Technician Network

If you're a reliable, tech-savvy field technician with hands-on printer experience and a flexible schedule, wed love to hear from you.