IT Technician

Halecroft Recruitment; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An IT recruitment specialist is looking for a skilled IT Technician to join a dynamic team in Altrincham. This role involves building and supporting diverse IT systems, conducting troubleshooting, and managing installations at client locations. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive experience in IT environments and a strong grasp of networking and hardware configuration.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Opportunities for training and development

Competitive salary plus shift allowance

Qualifications

• 3+ years in IT or EPOS environments with hands-on experience.
• Solid understanding of networking and hardware configuration.
• Experience with Virtual Machines and Windows OS.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure, test, and support a range of IT equipment.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Manage workload across concurrent projects.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Hardware configuration

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Job description

IT Technician – Altrincham | Permanent | £30,000 + Shift Allowance (x 1.5) + Excellent Benefits

Hours: 37.5hrs per week working 9am - 5.30pm Mon - Fri office based + a night shift rota working from home 9pm - 5am, 10pm - 6am Sun - Thu

Are you a skilled IT professional with a passion for delivering tailored technical solutions? Join our clients' growing team as a Technical Coordinator, where you'll play a pivotal role in deploying innovative IT systems for leading clients.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of end-to-end technical operations, from planning and configuration to hands-on builds and installations and advanced troubleshooting. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working with cutting-edge hardware and bespoke deployments, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, configure, test, and support a range of IT equipment, including tablets, laptops, customer display units, kiosks, tills, switches, routers, and servers
• Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting across hardware and software platforms
• Contribute to solution architecture and technical documentation while optimising system builds
• Manage workload across concurrent projects, ensuring high standards of quality control
• Carry out on-site installations at client locations, providing expert configuration and technical support for EPOS systems

What We’re Looking For:

Essential Experience & Skills:

• 3+ years in IT or EPOS environments, with hands-on experience across hardware, networking, and software
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and hardware configuration (servers, switches, routers)
• Experience with Virtual Machines (VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V)
• In-depth knowledge of Windows OS (Windows 7-11, Server 2012–2022)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools: Word, Excel, Teams
• Strong attention to detail, organisational ability, and self-motivation
• Practical experience with EPOS systems and deployments

Desirable Skills:

• Comfortable with physical tasks and handling hardware in on-site environments
• Able to stay focused and accurate during repetitive or detailed technical work
• Basic knowledge of electronics or component-level diagnostics

Why Apply for this Role?

• Competitive salary of £30,000 + Shift allowance (x 1.5)
• Excellent benefits package
• Work with a supportive, fast-moving team delivering solutions to well-known brands
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
• Variety in day-to-day tasks with on-site and in-office responsibilities

Ready to make an impact?
If you're a driven technician who enjoys solving real-world IT challenges, apply now and take the next step in your technical career!