IT Technician

SPS North America • Chicago, IL

46d

About The Position

The IT Support Technician performs duties that include being a reference point for all IT related queries at the user level, responding to user needs in a timely manner and ensuring the optimal running of all systems, among other technical duties. This position is focused on problem-solving using a high level of technical skill. Overall, this position continuously offers the highest level of service to all client and SPS employees while maintaining a professional image of the company by providing prompt, courteous and efficient service.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Exemplary communication and follow-up skills.
• Knowledge and application uses for Mac and PCs.
• Hardware and Software knowledge/skills.
• Very strong technically, fix and handle more issues internally, engages with our vendors to schedule repairs, when necessary, continually visits the assigned spaces ensuring all equipment is up and running, willing to work after hours when sporadically asked.
• Anticipates ahead for potential issues, eyes and ears open for new IT opportunities, investigating new technology and raising it to attention of IT team leaders.
• Has excellent customer service skills, ability to understand the business and clearly relay in layman’s terms and build relationships.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with heavy focus on customer service.
• Demonstrate sound written, oral and organizational skills.
• Collaborate with local and remote teams using provided tools.
• Consistently share solutions with peers.
• Comfortable training both small and large groups of people on new IT solutions.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required.
• 1-3 years prior IT work experience.
• Experience with Mac and PC computers.
• Ability to work assigned work hours determined by manager.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Current knowledge or ability to learn computer-based systems required for functions of position.
• Required to maintain an overall professional appearance and attitude.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures required.

Nice To Haves

• Preference in higher level degree preferably in in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent program.
• IT certifications preferred such as: ACMT, ACSP, ACTC MCP, CNA, CCNA, A+, Network+.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes issues and formulate solutions.
• Troubleshoots system, application and hardware issues.
• Ensures customer is updated on ticket progress.
• Works directly with customers to solve problems.
• Utilizes internal IT Knowledge Base to both provide and find solutions to known issues.
• Uses external information to research and resolve issues when needed.
• Consistently updates the ticket tracking system with status and fixes.
• Properly escalates issues to necessary parties as required.
• Performs routine system maintenance on laptops and desktops.
• Tracks computer assets according to organizational standards.
• Performs backups and restores.
• Performs configuration of hardware including drives, network interfaces, memory, processors, and peripherals.
• Performs installation and configuration of software including operating system, patches, and 3rd party products.
• Maintains established computer standards and participate in testing new standards.
• Proactively seeks out additional work during downtime.
• Builds professional relationships with customers and other teams.
• Maintains professionalism and composure when interacting with all employees.
• Trains back-up and providing guidance on policies and procedures.
• Determines what additional support is needed when handling sensitive inquiries.
• Provides exceptional customer service to client.
• Provides reception or concierge (front of office) or mail (back of office) coverage as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HCFSA, DCFSA, HSA, Commuter Transit and Parking Pre-Tax Plans, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Program, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Discounts, Pet Insurance, Group Home and Auto Insurance, EAP, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Education Discounts, 401k w/ matching, and Entertainment Discounts.
• Career Growth: An opportunity to enter a job that allows you to learn new skills or use a variety of them that may lead you to uncover other career opportunities.
• Learning & Development: At SPS, we promote a work culture of learning so that you can develop to be the best at what you do.
• We Recognize Talent: We offer a variety of recognition programs for all levels of employees.
• Paid Time Off: Full time: Minimum of 80 hours/calendar year. Part time/temporary: Minimum of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. PTO amounts may increase based on tenure and/or the assigned account. PTO allows employees to take approved time off for any reason.
• Bonuses: Are available for employee and client referrals for current employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED