IT Field Technician

Aluminiosteverga; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability insurance (LTD)

401K

Paid vacation and holidays

Pre-tax benefits (FSA/HSA/Commuter)

Fitness discounts

Summer Fridays

Employee assistance program

Free Just Salad while working

Job summary

Just Salad is seeking an IT Technician to support more than 120 locations across multiple markets, with responsibilities spanning traditional IT support, cybersecurity, and AI-powered tooling. You will report to the Director of IT and help drive initiatives to reduce environmental impact, aligned with the company's mission.

The role requires at least 2 years in IT, strong problem-solving and communication skills, experience with Freshservice, and willingness to travel up to 70% plus occasional

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Computer Science or related field; Bachelor's preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of IT networks, systems maintenance, or IT support.
• Hands-on experience with Freshservice or a comparable ITSM.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity fundamentals (endpoint security, access management).
• Exposure to AI tools, automation platforms, or IT integrations is a plus.
• CCNA accreditation advantageous.
• Proficiency in software installation and systems administration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 70% and weekend on-call.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software across sites.
• Troubleshoot Windows and Mac environments.
• Aim for 99%+ uptime; monitor performance and manage cable management.
• Execute store installations including network setup and device provisioning.
• Document procedures for knowledge base development.
• Manage IT Help Desk tickets via Freshservice.
• Support cybersecurity policies across locations and corporate users.
• Assist with AI tool deployments and integrations.
• Generate IT performance reports and dashboards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Associate's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Freshservice

Job description

Just Salad is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and technically skilled professional with a strong ability to problem-solve and a passion for continuous learning. The IT Technician will report to the Director of IT and serve as a key resource for all IT-related queries across 120+ locations (NYC, FL, CHI, NJ, PA) and Corporate (100+ members). This role spans traditional IT support, cybersecurity practices, and emerging AI-powered tooling. In line with Just Salad’s mission to make everyday health and sustainability possible, you will also support initiatives to reduce Just Salad’s environmental footprint.
Reports to the Director of IT Field Tech

Responsibilities

IT Infrastructure & Support

• Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software components to ensure optimal usability across all sites
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues on Windows and Mac environments
• Proactively upgrade systems and monitor performance to sustain 99%+ uptime across all machines
• Adhere to electrical safety standards and maintain disciplined cable management at all locations
• Repair or replace damaged hardware efficiently to minimize operational downtime
• Execute new store installations across multiple markets, including network setup and device provisioning
• Document technical procedures, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions for knowledge base development

Help Desk & Ticketing (Freshservice)

• Manage and resolve IT Help Desk tickets through Freshservice in a process-oriented, SLA-compliant manner
• Triage, categorize, and prioritize incoming requests; elevate complex issues appropriately
• Maintain clear, timely communication with end users throughout the ticket lifecycle
• Identify recurring issues and proactively propose permanent solutions to reduce ticket volume

IT Cybersecurity

• Support implementation and enforcement of cybersecurity policies across all locations and corporate users
• Monitor systems for security vulnerabilities, suspicious activity, and policy violations
• Assist with endpoint protection, access control, and user security awareness initiatives
• Participate in security audits, risk assessments, and incident response procedures
• Maintain compliance with data protection standards and internal IT security protocols

AI Integrations & Emerging Technology

• Assist in the evaluation, deployment, and support of AI-powered tools and automations across business operations
• Collaborate with the IT Director to integrate AI solutions into existing workflows (e.g., helpdesk automation, predictive maintenance, operations tooling)
• Monitor and maintain AI integration performance, flagging anomalies or inefficiencies

Reporting & Analytics

• Generate and distribute regular IT performance reports including ticket trends, uptime metrics, hardware inventory, and SLA compliance
• Build and maintain dashboards within Freshservice and other platforms to provide real-time visibility into IT operations
• Analyze data to identify operational gaps and present findings with actionable recommendations to the Director of IT

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Computer Science or a related field (Bachelor's preferred)
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in computer networks, systems maintenance, or IT support
• Hands-on experience with Freshservice or a comparable ITSM/help desk platform
• Familiarity with cybersecurity fundamentals (endpoint security, access management, threat monitoring)
• Exposure to AI tools, automation platforms, or IT integrations is a strong plus
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) accreditation is advantageous
• Proficiency in software installation, database basics, and systems administration
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities with a willingness to learn
• Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus, but not required
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
• Willingness to travel 70% of the time; weekend on-call availability may be required and software components to ensure optimal usability across all sites
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues on Windows and Mac environments

Benefits

• Annual Salary $69,000 - $72,000 - Salary dependent on experience. Eligible to participate in the corporate bonus program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Hospital Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance + AD & D
• Eligibility to participate in 401K
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Pre-Tax Benefits (FSA, HSA, and Commuter Benefits)
• Fitness Discounts
• Summer Fridays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Just Salad while working

About Us:

Just Salad is a fast-casual restaurant chain with a mission to make everyday health and sustainability possible. The brand serves craveable, accessible, plant-centric meals made with homemade dressings, prepped-daily produce, from-scratch recipes and fresh, flavorful ingredients. Guests can choose from over 15 chef-designed salads, wraps, warm bowls, market plates, soups and smoothies, including classic offerings and rotating seasonal favorites. Empowering customers to “Eat with Purpose,” Just Salad is a Certified B Corporation™ and home to the world’s largest restaurant reusable bowl program, as well as the first U.S. restaurant chain to carbon label its menu and offer a Climatarian menu category. The company was founded in 2006 and has more than 125 locations across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Washington, D.C.