IT Repair Technician

Interaction Recruitment; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is seeking an IT Repair Technician in Huntingdon to diagnose faults, repair and test IT equipment including laptops, PCs, printers and POS systems. The role is hands-on and based in a busy workshop, with a strong emphasis on practical problem solving and quality control.

You will work from a well-established IT services provider, in a temporary-to-permanent position that offers real potential to secure a permanent role for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Hands-on repair experience in an IT workshop environment.
• Experience repairing PCs, laptops and printers.
• Experience with point-of-sale equipment and break-fix repairs.
• Strong troubleshooting and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and perform hardware repairs.
• Repair and test laptops, PCs, desktops and workstations.
• Work with printers and point-of-sale equipment.
• Carry out break-fix repairs and identify root causes.
• Test equipment to meet quality standards.
• Follow workshop procedures and health & safety/ESD requirements.
• Accurately complete paperwork and update internal systems.
• Manage workload and prioritise repairs to meet service levels.
• Liaise with senior engineers regarding priorities and workloads.
• Share knowledge and best practices with colleagues.

Skills

Hands-on hardware repair

Fault finding

PCs/Laptops/Desktops repair

Printers

POS equipment

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Independent work

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

IT Repair Technician

Location: Huntingdon

Salary: £14.87 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Fri

Contract: Temporary to Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an IT Workshop Technician to join a well-established and leading IT services provider. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong technical background who enjoys diagnosing faults, repairing equipment and working hands-on with technology.

The role is initially offered on a temporary-to-permanent basis, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.

The Role

As an IT Workshop Technician, you will be responsible for fault finding, repairing and testing a variety of IT equipment. This will include laptops, PCs, printers and point-of-sale systems.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Diagnosing faults and carrying out hardware repairs
• Repairing and testing laptops, PCs, desktops and workstations
• Working with printers and point-of-sale equipment
• Carrying out break-fix repairs and identifying root causes
• Testing equipment to ensure it meets the required quality standards
• Following workshop procedures and health & safety/ESD requirements
• Accurately completing paperwork and updating internal systems
• Managing your own workload and prioritising repairs effectively
• Working to deadlines and agreed service levels
• Liaising with senior engineers regarding priorities and workloads
• Supporting colleagues by sharing technical knowledge and best practice
• Keeping your technical knowledge up to date as technology develops
• Identifying opportunities to improve workshop efficiency and productivity

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who has genuine hands-on hardware repair experience and is confident troubleshooting a range of IT equipment.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in an IT workshop environment - essential
• Experience repairing and fault-finding PCs, laptops and printers
• Previous hardware break-fix experience
• Experience working with point-of-sale/till equipment
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good organisation and time-management skills
• The ability to work effectively in a busy, high-volume environment
• A proactive, 'can-do' approach to problem solving
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A willingness to learn new technologies and develop your skills

If you're looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to join a brilliant, well-established business, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

You'll have the chance to work hands-on with a range of IT hardware, develop your technical skills and potentially secure a permanent position.