IT Technician
Job Description
Job Description
About the Role:
The IT Technician plays a critical role in maintaining the technological infrastructure of an organization, ensuring all hardware, software, and network systems operate efficiently and securely. This position involves diagnosing and resolving technical issues, providing timely support to end-users, and implementing system upgrades and maintenance tasks.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or higher in Information Technology or related field is preferred.
- Proven experience in a technical support or IT technician role, demonstrating hands-on skills with computer hardware and software.
- Basic understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN technologies.
- Familiarity with common operating systems such as Windows and macOS, including installation and troubleshooting.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate.
- Experience with enterprise-level IT environments and ticketing systems like ServiceNow or Jira.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and experience implementing security measures.
- Ability to support mobile devices and remote work technologies.
- Experience with virtualization platforms and cloud services such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.
Responsibilities:
- Provide first-line technical support to end-users by troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues both remotely and on-site.
- Install, configure, and maintain computer systems, peripherals, and software applications according to organizational standards.
- Monitor system performance and security, applying updates, patches, and preventive maintenance to minimize disruptions.
- Document technical procedures, user guides, and incident reports to facilitate knowledge sharing and compliance.
- Collaborate with IT team members to escalate complex issues and participate in projects aimed at improving IT infrastructure.
Skills:
The IT Technician utilizes technical troubleshooting skills daily to identify and resolve hardware and software issues efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to users. Communication skills are essential for explaining complex technical concepts in an accessible manner and providing excellent customer service. Networking knowledge is applied to maintain connectivity and secure access across the organization’s systems. Time management and organizational skills help prioritize multiple support requests and maintenance tasks effectively. Additionally, continuous learning and adaptability enable the technician to stay current with evolving technologies and implement best practices in IT support.
Office hours Monday-Friday 9am -5p
Excellent Benefits with free insurance after probation period.