Information Technology Specialist

Fall River Electric•Ashton, ID

22h

About The Position

The IT Specialist role is to ensure the streamlined operation of the Information Technology system needs of the Cooperative. Plans, coordinates, directs and designs IT-related activities of the Cooperative as well as provides support for daily operation of IT activities for the Cooperative. Works closely with the Manager of IT and employees in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the Cooperative.

Requirements

College or technical degree in the field of Information Systems or Technology from an accredited four-year institution, or equivalent experience.
Technical knowledge of TCP/IP networks using Cisco PoE network switches.
Windows Server 2019, including MS Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS and DHCP functions.
Windows PC operating systems including Win 10 and Win 11.
Maintaining MS O365, MS Exchange Online, Apple iPad’s, Meraki Wireless AP’s.
Knowledge and experience of VMware vSphere Client and Horizon View for building, configuring, and maintaining virtual servers and virtual desktops.
Following Fall River Electric’s cybersecurity policies is a must.
Excellent understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
Sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, grasp, reach outward and overhead, kneel, squat and bend.
Some lifting up to 50lbs.
Visual acuity and manual dexterity required.
Must possess good communicative skills to effectively present data to various levels of management and to express oneself to all levels of employees.
Ability to communicate knowledge and ideas with clearness, effectiveness, and ease.
Must be self-motivated to ensure deadlines are met, projects are completed on a timely basis, and multiple tasks are done simultaneously. Organizational skills are a must.
Requires the ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with both internal and external customers.
Must be able to maintain the confidentiality of any employee or member information s/he encounters.
Travel is required, must possess a valid Idaho Driver’s License, will operate a company vehicle.
Employment is subject a to pre-employment drug test and background check.

Nice To Haves

Prefer three or more years in related experience.
Some knowledge and experience using AI tools and writing code for AI use is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in IT activities including fostering innovation, planning projects, troubleshooting, and maintenance of resources.
Assist in the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, upgrade and support of all IT systems including servers, PCs, operating systems, hardware, software and peripherals.
Benchmark, analyze, report on and make recommendations for the improvement and growth of the IT infrastructure and IT systems.
Keep current with the latest technologies.
Assist in defining business and systems requirements for new technology implementations.
Conduct research on potential technology solutions in support of procurement efforts.
Assist with requests for proposal.
Assist with the development and implementation of all IT policies and procedures.
Practice asset management for IT hardware, software and equipment.
Maintains a safe working environment by adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations. Reports unsafe conditions in a timely manner to appropriate personnel.
Performs related duties as assigned.