IT Field Technician

Just Salad; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Pre-Tax Benefits (FSA, HSA, Commuter)

Summer Fridays

Employee Assistance Program

Free Just Salad

Job summary

Just Salad is seeking a proactive IT Technician to support 120+ locations and corporate users. You will troubleshoot Windows and Mac environments, maintain hardware/software, and help deploy AI-powered tooling. Travel up to 70% and lift up to 35 lbs are required.

You will work under the Director of IT, focusing on uptime, security, incident response, and process improvement across stores and corporate teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in computer networks, systems maintenance, or IT support.
• Experience with Freshservice or similar ITSM/help desk platform.
• Fundamental cybersecurity knowledge and endpoint security.
• Exposure to AI tools or IT integrations is a plus.
• CCNA accreditation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software across sites.
• Troubleshoot Windows and Mac issues.
• Aim for 99%+ uptime; monitor performance.
• Follow safety standards and manage cables.
• Repair or replace damaged hardware promptly.
• Handle new store installations, network setup, device provisioning.
• Document procedures and resolutions for knowledge base.
• Manage IT Help Desk tickets with SLA adherence (Freshservice).
• Triage, categorize, escalate, and resolve requests.
• Maintain clear user communication during ticket lifecycle.
• Propose permanent solutions to recurring issues.
• Support cybersecurity policy implementation across locations.
• Monitor for vulnerabilities and policy violations.
• Assist with AI tooling deployment and audits.
• Collaborate with IT Director to integrate AI into workflows.
• Monitor AI integration performance and flag issues.
• Generate IT performance reports and dashboards.
• Analyze data to identify gaps and actionable insights.

Skills

Troubleshooting

IT Support

Cybersecurity basics

AI tools familiarity

Strong communication

Bilingual EN/ES

Windows & macOS

Education

Associate's Degree in CS or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

CCNA certification (advantageous)

Tools

Freshservice

Job description

Job Overview

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

• 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
• Manage and resolve IT Help Desk tickets through Freshservice in a process-oriented, SLA-compliant manner
• Triage, categorize, and prioritize incoming requests; escalate 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
• 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
• 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
• 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 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 over 100 locations across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Washington D.C.