Installation Specialist - Pittsburgh, PA

Speedrun Talent Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SpotOn is seeking an Installation Specialist to prepare restaurant sites for successful POS installations, including virtual assessments and on-site readiness checks. You will install POS hardware, network devices, and wiring, and deliver staff training to ensure a smooth transition.

Ideal candidates bring deep networking knowledge, hands-on POS deployment experience, and a proven ability to mentor junior staff while maintaining high-quality, documented processes across multi-site projects.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of networking infrastructure, including cabling, routers, switches, and Wi‑Fi optimization.
• Advanced network testing skills (speed, latency, DNS) and translating findings for non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities with experience resolving escalated issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual site surveys and assess readiness of restaurant networks and infrastructure.
• Install and configure POS hardware and related networking equipment on-site or virtually.
• Provide on-site training and live staff support during installations.
• Lead post-installation follow-ups, ensure smooth adoption, and document outcomes.

Skills

Networking infrastructure

Low-voltage cabling

Wi-Fi optimization

Network testing

Troubleshooting

POS systems experience

Multi-site deployments

Mentoring

Project management

Job description

About SpotOn

We’re not just building restaurant tech, we’re giving independent restaurants the tools to compete and win. From our award-winning point-of-sale to AI-powered profit tools, everything we do helps operators boost profit, work smarter, and keep their best people. And every solution is backed by real humans who actually give a sh*t about helping restaurants succeed.

• Named the #1 Restaurant POS by G2 (Summer 2026), based on ratings from real users

• Rated the top-rated point-of-sale (POS) for restaurants, bars, retail, and small businesses by Capterra users

• Awarded Great Places to Work and Built In’s Best Workplaces for multiple years running

We move fast, care hard, and fight for independent restaurant operators to do what they love, and love doing it. If you’re looking to make an impact with heart and hustle, SpotOn is the place for you.

The Installation Specialist ensures restaurant sites are fully prepared for successful POS installations through comprehensive virtual assessments, on-site readiness checks, and installation execution. This could include, but is not limited to, performing site surveys, installing POS hardware virtually or onsite, and delivering staff training. Serving as a technical escalation point, this role troubleshoots complex infrastructure issues, mentors junior specialists, and contributes to process and SOP improvements. With deep restaurant operations knowledge and strong technical expertise, the Specialist drives installation efficiency, enhances client readiness, and promotes long-term business success.

Responsibilities

Conducting Virtual Site Surveys

• Conduct comprehensive virtual assessments, including complex or escalated restaurant sites.

• Validate readiness of wiring, electrical infrastructure, networking, and internet performance.

• Perform advanced diagnostics (traceroutes, port checks) and document infrastructure gaps or risks.

• Provide technical guidance to clients and vendors to resolve issues.

• Collaborate with Project Managers, Technicians, and Engineering to ensure installation success.

• Lead follow-ups to confirm remediation and support junior specialists through training and knowledge sharing.

• Recommend improvements to survey tools, templates, and internal processes.

• Maintain detailed records in internal systems, including photos, diagrams, and survey outcomes.

Conducting Installations

• Install and configure POS hardware, including workstations, printers, pin pads, cash drawers, switches, routers, and firewalls.

• Complete cabling, patching, and connectivity setup.

• Deliver onsite training and live support for staff and management.

• Implement menu/system updates and reporting configuration.

• Conduct pre- and post-installation tasks, site readiness checks, and troubleshooting.

• Lead follow-ups with clients to ensure smooth transitions and adoption.

• Travel regularly to client sites as required.

Quality Assurance

• Deliver high-quality, accurate work and outcomes by consistently adhering to documented processes, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and checklists.

• Review and verify outcomes before submission to maintain consistency and high-quality standards.

• Identify and address process gaps or errors to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills & Knowledge

• Deep understanding of networking infrastructure, including low-voltage cabling, routers, switches, and Wi-Fi optimization.

• Skilled in advanced network testing (speed, latency, DNS) and translating findings into actionable guidance for non-technical stakeholders.

• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical abilities, with experience resolving escalated technical issues.

• Hands-on experience with restaurant POS systems, multi-terminal deployments, and technology installations across QSR, full-service, or franchise environments.

• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-site projects independently and mentor junior team members.

• Experience conducting client-fac {