Technician Support Specialist

TEKsystems•Gulfport, MS

5d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Provide onsite technical support focusing primarily on end-user devices (computers, printers, tablets, cellphones, radios, CISCO phones, video walls, conference rooms, etc.) and specialized systems M-F. Provide onsite technology support for the existing Control Centers. Collaborate with other TO personnel to provide support, including after-hours as needed, for storm-related and critical 24/7 business operations. Manage implementation of OS and system patches/updates to minimize impact on operations. Provide consulting, including technology needs assessments, potential solutions, and automation opportunities. Work with the business and other TO departments for incident and problem resolution. Identify opportunities to educate business partners on leveraging the use of technology more effectively. Build relationships with key business partners and act as a liaison between the business and TO. Partner with TO End User Analysts, TO Planning Analysts, Application Portfolio teams, and other TO groups to form a dedicated support team. Provide technical support and consulting for employees at all levels, including executives. Aptitude to become a SME (Subject Matter Expert) for related technology tools and applications.

Requirements

Proficient technical knowledge of office computing environments, including PC hardware, Microsoft Windows 11, Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), and their relevance in solving business problems.
Ability to build strong relationships with business partners, vendors, and other TO organizations.
Developed effective working relationships with all levels of employees.
Customer service focused, able to meet commitments and deadlines.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of existing and emerging information technologies.
Ability to coordinate work across TO functions and share best practices within Southern Company for consistent TO operations.
Understanding the business of partners and their local technical environment.
Ability to manage small, local projects applying technology to business problems.
Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Experience with PC hardware repair.
Minimum of 3 years related experience in technology hardware/software deployment, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of electric utility industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide onsite technical support focusing primarily on end-user devices (computers, printers, tablets, cellphones, radios, CISCO phones, video walls, conference rooms, etc.) and specialized systems M-F.
Provide onsite technology support for the existing Control Centers.
Collaborate with other TO personnel to provide support, including after-hours as needed, for storm-related and critical 24/7 business operations.
Manage implementation of OS and system patches/updates to minimize impact on operations.
Provide consulting, including technology needs assessments, potential solutions, and automation opportunities.
Work with the business and other TO departments for incident and problem resolution.
Identify opportunities to educate business partners on leveraging the use of technology more effectively.
Build relationships with key business partners and act as a liaison between the business and TO.
Partner with TO End User Analysts, TO Planning Analysts, Application Portfolio teams, and other TO groups to form a dedicated support team.
Provide technical support and consulting for employees at all levels, including executives.
Become a SME (Subject Matter Expert) for related technology tools and applications.