Geeks on Site

On-Call IT Technician - PC, Mac & Desktop - Chicago-Naperville-Elgin

Geeks on Site  â€˘  $35/hr  â€˘  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  â€˘  3 months ago
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Job Description

📍 Location: Multiple U.S. Cities (Onsite Client Support)
đź’Ľ Job Type: 1099 Independent Contractor (On-Call)
đź’° Pay: $35 per hour (on-site)
🗓 Schedule: Flexible / On-Demand – You accept jobs based on your availability

⚠️ Important Note – Read Before Applying

This is not a full-time job and does not guarantee hours
You will join our on-call technician network as a 1099 independent contractor.
We assign jobs to you based on your stated availability and proximity to the job site, using our internal dispatch platform and CRM.

You control your schedule and decide which assignments to take. This is a great opportunity for techs looking to earn supplemental income or work flexibly on their own terms.

About the Role

Geeks on Site is seeking skilled and dependable on-call IT Field Technicians to provide onsite troubleshooting, repair, and setup for residential and small business clients.
You'll handle a range of technical issues across Windows PCs, Macs, printers, and scanners, including both hardware and software diagnostics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues on Windows and Mac devices
  • Troubleshoot OS problems: boot errors, blue/black screens, login failures
  • Perform clean-ups and system tune-ups for slow/unresponsive machines
  • Assist with wired and wireless internet connectivity issues
  • Replace hardware components: hard drives, fans, RAM, etc.
  • Reinstall or repair Windows/macOS using bootable USB or recovery tools
  • Setup and troubleshoot commercial printers and scanners
  • Add remote support tools or desktop shortcuts as needed
  • Educate clients with basic how-to or post-service guidance
  • Document service details and escalate complex problems if necessary

Requirements

  • 2+ years of IT support experience, ideally in the field
  • Comfortable with Windows 10/11, macOS, and BIOS-level troubleshooting
  • Skilled in hardware replacement and component-level repair
  • Knowledge of networking basics (LAN/WiFi setup and troubleshooting)
  • Familiarity with commercial printers/scanners is a plus
  • Must own necessary tools (bootable USBs, screwdrivers, diagnostic gear, etc.)
  • Reliable vehicle and valid driver's license
  • Strong communication skills and a professional attitude
  • Ability to work independently and manage your own time

Benefits

What You Get

    • Competitive on-site pay: $35/hour
    • Fully flexible schedule — you only accept jobs when you're available
    • Be part of a nationally recognized tech service brand
    • Dispatching, client communication, and billing are handled for you

What to Expect After You Apply

  1. Intro call with one of our recruiters
  2. Electronic onboarding (contractor paperwork, policies, etc.)
  3. Submit a mandatory background check
  4. Provide your preferred availability through our technician portal
  5. Get access to our CRM and start receiving on-call job opportunities in your area

Great For Techs Who...

  • âś… Want part-time, flexible work without fixed hours
    âś… Enjoy working independently and solving a wide range of tech issues
    âś… Are looking to supplement their income with on-demand tech work
Geeks on Site

About Geeks on Site

Geeks on Site provides onsite and remote computer repair and technical support, depending on each customer’s needs. The company’s experienced onsite technicians are available in more than 150 cities nationwide and stand ready to dispatch to homes and businesses within one business day, regardless of the issue at hand. For customers who need urgent assistance, Geeks on Site’s remote service team provides immediate support by phone around the clock.

Geeks on Site is a full-spectrum technical support company. For residential users, its onsite computer repair and support services include: software repair, replacement, and troubleshooting; hardware repair, replacement, and troubleshooting; virus, spyware, and adware removal and cleanup; wireless network connection setup and troubleshooting; data recovery and system backup; user training for simple to advanced applications; and much more.

Geeks on Site’s training services are designed for customers of all skill levels who wish to become more adept with technology. These services encompass a wide range of topics and applications, from courses on Windows updates; primers on various Microsoft Office suite applications and functions; and social media use and best practices.

Geeks on Site’s business technology experts help small business owners and IT professionals with a wide range of IT-related matters as well, including: wireless router and firewall configuration; data backup and recovery solutions; server installs, and more.

Geeks on Site also offers monthly maintenance plans that help individual and business customers maintain safe, efficient computer systems for years running. For a low fixed rate, each monthly plan includes unlimited phone support; remote preventive maintenance services and tutorials; expedited dispatch for issues that can’t be addressed remotely; and support for peripheral equipment such as printers and scanners.

We will fix your computer today! Call us 24/7 at (800) 963-6713

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Coral Gables, Florida
Year Founded
2002
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