IT field technicians prefer contract work, says report
MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES — The majority of IT field service technicians, 62%, prefer independent contracting as their full-time career, said job matching platform Field Nation.
In its latest report, Field Nation revealed that technicians prefer contract work for its flexibility (36%) and autonomy and control (27%).
On the other hand, only 36% of IT field service technicians prefer a hybrid of independent contracting and traditional employment.
“Growth in independent contracting is taking hold in the field service industry as more technicians look for greater flexibility, autonomy, and control over their work and time,” said Field Nation Founder and CEO Mynul Khan.
“At the same time, field service leaders are searching outside the box for a strategic edge to combat competitive pressures and labor shortages. It is a win-win opportunity for those willing to embrace this shift and leverage a blended workforce,” Khan added.
In addition, 67% of independent contractors choosing on-demand labor platforms have been doing on-site IT work for over a decade.
“For technicians, these findings illustrate the engagement and satisfaction of working as an independent contractor,” Khan stated. “For field service leaders, they are a testament to the highly skilled, experienced professionals ready to support new and emerging technologies and who care about working with great companies and doing great work.”
