IT Field Technician
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Job description
Earth Fare is seeking a reliable, hands-on IT Field Technician to keep our stores and corporate locations running smoothly. In this role, you will travel to retail locations across our footprint to install, maintain, and repair critical hardware - including point-of-sale systems, desktop computers, printers, and network equipment that directly support daily store operations.
This is a mobile, field-based position with significant travel (typically 70-80% of the time). You will work independently at store locations while collaborating closely with the broader IT team on projects, escalations, and urgent repairs. The role includes a shared on-call rotation and occasional after-hours work for emergencies or time-sensitive maintenance.
If you enjoy variety, working directly with store teams, solving problems on-site, and seeing the immediate impact of your work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a mission-driven organization helping people live healthy lives., Installations & Hardware Projects
- Perform new store openings and hardware refresh installations, including setup of desktops, printers, point-of-sale systems, peripherals, and network equipment.
- Execute equipment deployments and migrations according to established standards and timelines.
- Ensure all installed systems are properly configured, tested, and documented before returning to service.
Maintenance, Repairs & Field Support
- Travel to store and corporate locations to perform corrective and preventative maintenance on hardware to maintain high service levels.
- Diagnose and resolve hardware issues on desktops, printers, POS systems, and network equipment in a timely manner.
- Respond to service calls and escalations, including emergency travel when required to restore critical store operations.
- Maintain equipment reliability through proactive maintenance routines and timely repairs.
Collaboration, Escalation & On-Call Support
- Partner with IT technical staff and the help desk team to ensure repairs and installations are completed effectively and within expected timeframes.
- Provide escalation support for complex hardware issues and coordinate with vendors when needed.
- Participate in a shared on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
- Deliver excellent customer service while interacting with team members at all levels of the organization.
Requirements
Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in In-person customer service?, * 2-3 years of hands-on experience as an IT Field Technician or in a similar field support role (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
- Physically able to perform job duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs, and comfortable working independently at remote store locations for extended periods.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Flexibility to travel extensively (70-80%) and participate in a shared on-call rotation with occasional after-hours work for emergencies and time-sensitive maintenance.
- Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot hardware issues independently., * Previous experience supporting retail environments or point-of-sale (POS) systems.
- CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent hardware support credentials.
- Basic networking knowledge (switches, cabling, Wi-Fi troubleshooting).
- Experience with hardware imaging, deployment tools, or standardized rollout processes.
- Familiarity with multi-site retail or distributed operations support.
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
- Mileage reimbursement
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Store discount, * Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off
- Employee store discount on high-quality, healthy products
- Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement for business travel (as applicable)
- Opportunity to work independently while being part of a collaborative IT team
- The chance to directly support store teams and contribute to a mission-driven organization
Earth Fare is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants who are reliable, customer-focused, and ready to support our stores with hands-on technical expertise.