Now Hiring IT and Telecom Field Technicians

HARDY INDUSTRIES; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid hourly on site

1099 contractor position

Travel pay included

Job summary

AMG Tech Support is seeking hands-on IT/Telecom technicians to support a national client base. You may install operating systems, diagnose hardware, set up software, run structured cabling, and perform telecom tasks across varied sites.

Candidates should have 1+ year IT/Telecom experience or 5+ years field experience, with optional A+/Network+ certs. This is a 1099 contractor position with travel pay and on-site duties.

Qualifications

• 1 year of IT or Telecom field experience required.
• Certification options include A+ or Network+, or 5+ years of verifiable field experience.

Responsibilities

• OS installations, hardware diagnostics, and software setup.
• Structured cabling including drilling, running, and dressing cables.
• Telecom work such as punch-downs and demarc extensions.
• Work independently across retail, medical, restaurant, and corporate settings.
• Maintain professionalism with clients and be on-call within territory.

Skills

IT/Telecom experience

Education

A+ Certification

Network+ Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Profit sharing

This Is Not Your Average Tech Job

Are you a hands-on I.T. or Telecom professional looking for something beyond the desk? AMG Tech Support is seeking skilled, driven technicians to support our growing national client base. This role goes far beyond basic helpdesk tasks — one day you might be installing an operating system, the next you're drilling through walls and running structured cabling across entire buildings, or terminating a 66-block.

If you're the kind of person who thrives in the field and loves the variety that comes with every job site, this opportunity is for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of technical tasks including but not limited to:
  • OS installations, hardware diagnostics, and software setup
  • Structured cabling (including drilling, running, and dressing cables)
  • Telecom work (punch-downs, demarc extensions, etc.)
• Work independently across various environments: retail, medical, restaurant, and corporate
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism with clients
• Be on call and ready to respond to service requests within your territory

Preferred Skills & Experience

• PC and printer troubleshooting experience (a strong plus)
• At least 1 year of I.T. or Telecom experience, and one of the following:
  • A+ Certification
  • Network+ Certification
  • OR 5+ years verifiable field experience in I.T./Telecom

Required Equipment & Qualifications

• Reliable personal vehicle (Public transportation not accepted)
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have a standard set of tools for basic I.T. and networking tasks (e.g., screwdrivers, cable testers, crimpers).
• Laptop with Ethernet port
• Smartphone with mobile hotspot
• Ability to accept job assignments based on your availability; being on-call 24/7 is a strong advantage.
• Punctual, courteous, and presentable

Compensation & Perks

• Paid hourly while on site
• 1099 contractor position
• Travel pay included (based on time travel; approx. 80-mile radius from home)
• App-based tracking for job time and travel
• Exposure to new and exciting technologies and clients
• Opportunity to expand your skills and industry knowledge

About AMG Tech Support

AMG is a trusted provider of I.T. and Telecom solutions to professional offices, medical facilities, restaurants, and retail operations nationwide. We specialize in structured cabling, point-of-sale configurations, and network infrastructure. Our mission is to deliver reliable, scalable, and efficient I.T. services that help our clients stay competitive and connected.