IT FIELD TECHNICIAN - SYRACUSE / CNY

Bluetower Technical Inc.
Syracuse, NY, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$52,000.0 - $56,160.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows VoIP Imaging Technology Issue Tracking Systems Networking Hardware Networking Basics Wireless Access Point Wi-Fi Technology Network Routers Internet Protocol Telephony In-Plane Switching (IPS) Software Troubleshooting
+3 more
Firewalls (Computer Science) Computer Equipment Workday

Job description

We’re hiring a Field Technician to travel to client sites and perform hands-on IT work: workstation deployments, structured cabling and low-voltage wiring, network and phone hardware installs, and general troubleshooting. This is a client-facing role - you are BlueTower in the room, so professionalism and reliability matter as much as technical skill., Location / travel: Syracuse / CNY -based. Most work will be in the Syracuse / CNY region, with occasional travel to Greater Rochester area for training and servicing our wider service region - roughly the Buffalo-to-Syracuse corridor and the communities north and south. Company vehicle provided, with gas and travel expenses covered, so the miles are on us. Reports to: Technical Service Manager, Travel to client sites to perform installations, equipment setups, and service calls.

  • Deploy and configure workstations, laptops, printers, and peripherals.
  • Run, terminate, and test structured cabling and low-voltage wiring (Cat5e/Cat6, patch panels, jacks).
  • Install and connect network hardware - switches, wireless access points, firewalls, routers.
  • Set up and provision VoIP desk phones and related telecom equipment.
  • Perform general hardware/software troubleshooting and diagnostics on site.
  • Document work performed, time, and materials in the ticketing system.
  • Communicate clearly with clients on site and represent BlueTower professionally.
  • Coordinate with the help desk / remote team to escalate or hand off issues.
  • Maintain vehicle stock, tools, and inventory; account for company equipment.

Requirements

1+ years of hands-on IT, field service, A/V, or low-voltage cabling experience (or equivalent training).

  • Solid PC hardware, Windows, and basic networking knowledge (IPs, switches, Wi-Fi, cabling).
  • Valid driver’s license (driving is daily and essential).
  • Comfortable lifting equipment, using ladders, and working in tight spaces (closets, under desks, ceilings).
  • Strong customer-facing communication and a reliable, punctual, professional presence., CompTIA A+ and/or Network+ certification.
  • Experience in an MSP or multi-client service environment.
  • Structured cabling / low-voltage experience or licensing.
  • VoIP phone provisioning experience (e.g., Polycom/Yealink).
  • Familiarity with healthcare/dental IT environments and HIPAA awareness; bonus for imaging systems (e.g., Carestream) or practice-management software exposure.

Physical & Work Conditions

  • Frequent driving and travel between sites throughout the workday.
  • Lifting up to ~50 lbs; bending, kneeling, ladder work, and tight-space access.
  • Occasional after-hours or weekend work for scheduled installs/cutovers - when applicable

Benefits & conditions

401(k), Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Dental insurance, Company car, Paid holidays Full-time Syracuse, NY

Full job description

About BlueTower Technical, Compensation: $25-$27/hour, depending on experience (we can go higher for an exceptional candidate and flex lower for an entry-level hire we train up) + benefits, Health and dental insurance and a 401(k) with company match - we invest in your future, not just your present.

  • Paid time off with a minimum of two weeks’ vacation, plus paid holidays.
  • A company vehicle and a company credit card for gas and travel expenses - your costs on the road are on us.
  • Flexible pay and flexible scheduling, with bonuses for on-call and after-hours work.
  • A fully stocked break room at our HQ in Rochester - snacks, cold drinks, and good coffee, on us.
  • Hands on the latest and greatest technology - you’ll work with the gear and tools most shops only read about.
  • Training and mentorship from our experienced field team - you’ll ramp up alongside a senior tech, not get thrown to the wolves.
  • Hands-on variety, a tight-knit team, and a path to grow into senior/network roles.

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour, * 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching
  • Company car
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

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