Entry Level IT Field Technician
The Entry Level IT Field Technician is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting client IT infrastructure across multiple locations in Massachusetts. This role involves extensive daily travel to client sites to install, configure, and support hardware and network systems, ensuring optimal system performance and security. The position offers on-the-job training, mentorship, and career progression opportunities within a dynamic IT consulting environment.
About Careertakes
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Overview
Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is seeking an Entry Level IT Field Technician to provide hands-on, on-site IT support across eastern Massachusetts. This is a full-time, field-based role requiring daily travel to client locations in South Boston, the North Shore, South Shore, Boston metro, and Metro West areas.
What You’ll Do
This is a customer-facing, technical role focused on maintaining and improving clients’ IT environments.
- Install, configure, and maintain PC and server hardware and software (Windows and macOS).
- Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot network equipment (routers, switches) and services (DNS, DHCP, email).
- Provide remote access support (VPN, Remote Desktop, Terminal Server) and on-site troubleshooting.
- Perform hardware replacement, battery-backup and online backup tasks.
- Monitor system performance, run diagnostics, and escalate vendor issues when necessary.
- Assist with disaster recovery procedures, backups, and documentation.
- Train end users and prepare simple user-facing documentation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and accept ownership for assigned requests.
Preferred Skills & Technical Qualifications
Knowledge of most of the following is required or preferred:
- Server operating systems (Windows Server)
- PC and Apple desktop/laptop environments
- Network fundamentals: routers, NAT/port forwarding, DNS, DHCP
- Remote access tools and VPN technologies
- System administration and basic network hardware/software configuration
- Email systems, online backup solutions, battery backups
- Hardware installation and replacement, basic cabling
- Strong troubleshooting, written and verbal communication skills
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Associate degree (required).
- Experience: Entry level (experience preferred). Relevant experience such as IT support (1 year preferred) and Microsoft Windows Server (1 year preferred).
- Language: Fluent English (required).
- Must have a reliable vehicle for daily travel.
- Current residence in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, or New Hampshire is preferred.
- Willingness to travel throughout eastern Massachusetts on a regular basis.
Schedule & Work Location
- Typical schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM (30–60 minute lunch).
- On-call responsibilities to be discussed during interview.
- Work location: Field / on the road (daily travel to client sites).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: Yearly salary starts at $50,000.
- Additional compensation and benefits include:
- Gas mileage payments: $3,600 per year (approx.).
- Smart phone / device reimbursement up to $1,200 per year.
- 3% Simple IRA company match after 60-day probationary period (approx. $1,500–$1,600).
- Quarterly bonuses based on company profitability.
- Paid vacation (PTO) and paid sick time.
- Health coverage and dental reimbursement.
- Paid smartphone.
- Mentorship program, on-the-job training, annual merit increases, and clear job progression paths.
Duties (Summary)
- Establish system specifications by conferring with users and analyzing workflow and security needs.
- Plan and execute selection, installation, configuration and testing of PC/server hardware, software, LAN/WAN networks.
- Monitor systems, perform performance tuning, and troubleshoot hardware/software/network issues.
- Secure systems by managing access controls, backups, and disaster recovery processes.
- Prepare and train users; maintain documentation and vendor relationships.
- Participate in ongoing professional development.
Application Questions (for screening)
- Do you have a reliable vehicle for daily travel?
- Do you currently reside in one of these states: Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire?
- Are you willing to travel throughout eastern Massachusetts almost daily to support clients on-site?
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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