Field Network Technician Job Listing at Papa Gino's in Dedham, MA (Job ID 3747616)

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IT Technician (3-Month Contract) – Restaurant Firewall Deployment Project

Location: Dedham, MA (Daily travel to restaurant locations required)

Employment Type: Temporary (3 months)

Project Duration: January 2026 – March 2026

Schedule: Flexible

Compensation: $40/hour

About the Role

We are seeking a Temporary IT Technician to assist with a large-scale firewall deployment across our restaurant locations. The technician will work directly with our internal IT lead to complete three site installations per day, following a structured 40–45 day schedule.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on technician with strong troubleshooting skills and experience working in fast-paced field environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel daily with the IT lead to scheduled restaurant locations
• Install, configure, and validate network firewalls
• Physically mount and secure network devices and cabling
• Ensure proper WAN/LAN connectivity and verify cutover success
• Document installation details, network settings, and site validations
• Troubleshoot connectivity or hardware issues on-site
• Communicate status updates and completion reports to the IT lead
• Maintain equipment, tools, and inventory during the rollout
• Provide professional customer service to restaurant managers and staff

What We Provide

• All tools, equipment, and firewalls needed for deployment
• Comprehensive daily schedule and routing plan
• On-site guidance and mentorship from the IT lead
• Mileage reimbursement for travel
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in large-scale IT rollouts

Requirements

• 1–3 years of IT support, network installation, or field technician experience
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, VLANs, DHCP, VPN)
• Experience installing firewalls, routers, access points, or similar hardware
• Ability to use basic tools (mounting hardware, cable testers, etc.)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to lift 25–40 lbs and work within equipment racks or tight spaces
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Must be punctual, reliable, and comfortable working independently in the field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with restaurant, retail, or multi-site technology environments
• Prior experience with Fortinet, Cisco Meraki, SonicWall, or similar firewalls
• Knowledge of structured cabling best practices
• Experience working alongside senior technicians or project leads