IT Support Technician

Hays; Darlington; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading telecommunications company as an IT Support Technician. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with desktop hardware setup and support, perfect for IT students or recent graduates. You will work on-site, providing excellent customer service while gaining exposure to real-world IT environments.

Qualifications

• Previous exposure to desktop support roles or IT environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Effective communication, literacy, and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Unbox, install, and connect desktop hardware and peripherals.
• Perform power-on self-tests and initiate automated system builds.
• Log technical calls and update records using ServiceNow.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Customer Service

Technical Support

Job description

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Join a leading telecommunications company as an IT Support Technician!

Perfect for IT students or recent graduates, this entry-level role offers hands-on experience in desktop hardware setup and support across customer sites. Gain valuable exposure to real-world IT environments while building your technical and customer service skills.

Job Overview:

As an IT Support Technician, where you'll be responsible for setting up desktop hardware and peripherals as part of IT roll-out projects. This role involves on-site work, basic technical tasks, and excellent customer service, making it perfect for someone who enjoys practical, structured work in dynamic environments.

• Contract Rate: £19,266 per annum (will be revised upon going permanent)
• Location: Darlington, DL1
• Contract Length: 12 months (visibility to go permanent afterwards)

Key responsibilities

• Unbox, install, and connect desktop hardware and peripherals at user workstations.
• Perform basic power-on self-tests and initiate automated system builds.
• Connect network cables from desktop clients to network points.
• Support on-site desktop moves and peripheral maintenance tasks.
• Log technical calls and update records using ServiceNow.
• Follow scripts and procedures to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively with end users.

Key Requirements

• Previous exposure to desktop support roles or IT environment.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to follow procedures accurately
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
• Effective communication, literacy, and numeracy skills
• Awareness of health and safety practices in the workplace
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory

Start Date: ASAP

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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