# Installation Specialist

**Company:** [SpotOn](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/spoton)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Support Engineering
**Salary:** $46k – $56k/yr
**Experience:** 2+ years
**Skills:** Pos Systems, Networking, Low-Voltage Cabling, Routers, Switches, Wi-Fi Optimization, DNS, Traceroute, Firewalls, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Crm Platforms, Ticketing Systems
**Posted:** 2026-08-28

> Installs and supports restaurant point-of-sale hardware through virtual assessments, onsite deployments, troubleshooting, and staff training. Requires 2–3 years of restaurant or technical support experience, strong networking knowledge, bilingual English/Spanish proficiency, and significant travel availability.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive virtual and onsite site surveys for restaurant POS installations.
- Validate wiring, electrical infrastructure, networking, and internet performance.
- Perform advanced diagnostics, including traceroutes and port checks, and document infrastructure risks.
- Provide technical guidance to clients and vendors and lead remediation follow-ups.
- 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 restaurant staff and management.
- Implement menu and system updates and configure reporting.
- Perform pre- and post-installation readiness checks and troubleshooting.
- Collaborate with Project Managers, Technicians, and Engineering to ensure installation success.
- Mentor junior specialists and contribute to improvements in survey tools, templates, processes, and SOPs.
- Maintain detailed installation records, including photos, diagrams, and survey outcomes.
- Travel to client sites, including local and out-of-state travel with overnight stays as needed.

## Requirements
- 2–3 years of restaurant and/or technical support experience.
- Demonstrated success in 50+ POS installations or comparable technical deployments.
- Strong knowledge of networking infrastructure, low-voltage cabling, routers, switches, and Wi-Fi optimization.
- Experience with network testing, including speed, latency, and DNS diagnostics.
- Hands-on experience with restaurant POS systems and multi-terminal deployments.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
- Experience conducting client-facing walkthroughs, training staff, and explaining technical information clearly.
- Familiarity with restaurant operations, POS hardware and software, menus, modifiers, and reporting workflows.
- Ability to manage complex, multi-site projects independently and mentor junior team members.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, CRM platforms, ticketing systems, and travel and expense management tools.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Fluent written and verbal English required.
- Fluent Spanish required.
- Ability to travel up to 50–75%.
- Work authorization in the United States is required; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

## Nice-to-Haves
- Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Networking, Systems Administration, Engineering Technology, Business Administration, or Hospitality Management with strong technical acumen.
- Experience in fintech or SaaS environments.
- Background in IT support, implementation, or technical project leadership within restaurant, retail, or multi-location businesses.

## Compensation and Benefits
- $22.00–$27.00 per hour.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- HSA with employer match.
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
- 401(k) with annual employer match.
- Pre-tax commuter benefits.
- Paid parental leave, vacation, holidays, sick time, and volunteer time off.
- Monthly cell phone and internet stipend.
- Education reimbursement up to $2,000 per calendar year.
- Employee Resource Groups.

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