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IT Support Technician

Wide Open West

Madison Heights, Michigan

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Antivirus, Call Centers, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Email Technology, Establish Priorities, Firewalls, Hardware Upgrades, IT Requirements, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Laptop PC, Local Area Network (LAN), MCP - Microsoft Certified Professional, MCSA - Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator, MSCE - Microsoft Certified Engineer, Mathematics, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Desktop, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Mobile Devices, Multitasking, Network Administration/Management, Network Connectivity, Network Routers, Network Switching, On Call, Onboarding, Operating Systems, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printers, Problem Solving Skills, ServiceDesk, Software Administration, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support, Time Management, Training/Teaching, User Account Administration, Voice Mail, Wide Area Network (WAN), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Madison Heights, Michigan
POSTED
4 days ago
This is NOT a remote position and requires the employee to be IN-OFFICE in our Madison Heights, MI Office.

The IT Support Technician exists to provide IT support for WOW! employees. The incumbent works closely with all departments (including the field) to support all information technology requirements.

Let us tell you about the perks!

• Be part of a company whose core values include respect, integrity, spirit of service, and accountability!

• Salary: This position pays $45,000 - $55,000, depending on experience

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, and 401k with a company match

• Paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.

What you'll be doing:

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to those listed below:
  • Provides Level 2 support and resolves escalations from the Level 1 ServiceDesk.
  • Independently resolve technical issues via Email, phone, remote console, onsite, and ticketing system, including installation, moves, troubleshooting, and upgrading physical hardware.
  • Performs printer installations and equipment moves as necessary.
  • Provides ongoing support for employee-owned and company approved personal mobile devices.
  • Manage user accounts, including modifying items, groups, and ensuring proper access within Windows Active Directory and associated systems.
  • Ensures employees have connectivity to business-critical applications.
  • Oversees onboarding and offboarding process, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires and departing employees.
  • Conducts training on new technologies.
  • Installs and Supports Commercial Off-the-Shelf end user applications, as well as other internal homegrown applications.
  • Installs OS and other application updates and patches.
  • Verifies and troubleshoots PC/Network cabling.
  • Rebuilds, maintains, and re-deploys PCs and Laptops to end-users.
  • Creates and maintains user phone extensions and voice mail boxes.
  • Provides education and assistance to equip end users with the skills related to the use of Email, Phones, etc.
  • Ensures all PCs are covered via up-to-date virus protection.
  • Creates and maintains documentation as appropriate on processes and procedures, administrative duties, security profiles, PC and Server inventories and statuses.
  • Provides night and weekend coverage as needed for maintenance and on-call schedules.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.


What YOU need is:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:
  • A two-year degree in IT, computer science, or a business-related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience


Experience/Skills Needed:
  • 2+ years relevant experience (with some experience preferably in a call center environment); or an equivalent combination of both education and experience
  • Certifications in the following are strongly preferred: MCSA, MSCE, MCP
  • Understanding of basic Networking, including Routers, Switches, and Firewalls, Active Directory, and User Profile Security
  • Basic knowledge of modern windows desktop operating systems
  • Server and Network Administration knowledge/experience a plus
  • Must be able to perform basic mathematical functions/calculations
  • Must possess excellent hardware and software troubleshooting skills, proven through previous work experience
  • Strong customer service skills are required
  • Must be capable of working in a self-directed fashion when necessary and able to set priorities within a given workload to meet project timelines
  • Strong organization skills are required, with demonstrated ability to effectively handle multiple priorities and tasks
  • Excellent interpersonal skills are required to establish effective working relationships
  • Must possess strong communication skills (both verbal and written). Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of employees, sometimes conveying technical information to non-technical employees


Computer Skills:
  • Must have a solid understanding of PCs and PC related hardware, LAN/WAN and Internet connectivity
  • Must possess strong knowledge of the following operating systems and other applications: Current windows operating systems and Microsoft Office products
  • Must have demonstra

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