2026-27 Field Serv Support Tech 10 mo - TEST ANNOUNCEMENT

Saint Paul Public Schools

Saint Paul (MN)

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USD 34 000 - 43 000

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Résumé du poste

Saint Paul Public Schools is seeking a Field Service Support Technician for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role provides in-person technical support for hardware, software, networking, and other technology, including troubleshooting and maintaining equipment across district sites.

Qualifications

Three years of hands-on work experience in troubleshooting and maintaining Windows and Apple hardware, software, peripherals, operating systems and LAN environments.
High school diploma or GED certificate.
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds and travel between sites.

Responsabilités

Provide in-person technical support by troubleshooting hardware, software, networking, telephony and other technology equipment.
Install, maintain, configure and troubleshoot district computers and equipment.
Create, track, resolve, and close tickets in the Service Desk.
Travel to Saint Paul Public Schools sites as required.
Follow SOPs and SLAs; maintain ticket logs.

Connaissances

LAN knowledge

MS Office

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Technical documentation

Learning agility

Time management

Transportation access

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

Windows OS

Apple hardware

Networking hardware

Service Desk software

Description du poste

EXAMINATION

A civil service eligible list will be created from this posting and remain in use for all Field Services Support - 10M vacancies that occur in this title for a year from the date of the exam. Eligible candidates will be notified of the testing date via e-mail after applicants have been screened for minimum qualifications.

Exam Procedure

A test will be administered after the job posting closes and all applications are screened. You will be notified by Human Resources of the test date and schedule.

EXAMINATION Details

EXAMINATION: This test is available for open entrance candidates.

Exam Format

Oral Exam - Weight 30%
Practical Exam - Weight 70%

You will be notified of the results of the practical examination. Candidates who pass the practical exam with at least 75% will be contacted regarding interviews with the hiring manager.

General Information

SPPS is looking for a Field Service Support Tech for the 2026-2027 school year!

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED certificate.
Three years of hands-on work experience within the last five years in the technical field involving the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Windows and Apple hardware, software, peripherals, operating systems and local area network environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Speak or write in another language(s)
A+ Certification
Experience supporting the following:
ITIL Foundation
Attention to detail
Good written and verbal communication
Problem-solving and decision making
Ability to work well with others
Documenting and recording information
Work independently and part of a team
Follow district, department and manager's procedures and directions
Ability to Prioritize requests

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Provide in-person technical support by troubleshooting hardware, software, networking, telephony and other technological equipment; diagnose and solve problems; perform maintenance and support other technology related issues as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports to the Technology Services Manager and receives daily work coordination and technical direction from the Lead Field Service Support Technician.

TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED

The Field Service Support Specialist performs technology services support work in the field and directly supports the Service Desk. The Field Service Support Specialists will operate as region-oriented support teams and will travel as required to Saint Paul Public Schools sites and programs.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following fundamental job duties:

Provide respectful and courteous customer service.
Install, maintain, configure and troubleshoot district computers, peripherals and technology equipment to the Technology Services Department approved standards.
Create, track, resolve, and close tickets for daily work.
Respond to customer field support tickets routed via the Service Desk and/or Lead Field Service Support Technician assigned tickets and according to the Service Level Agreement.
Follow guidelines, policies in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, the Service Level Agreement and the Operating Level Agreement of the Technology Services Department.
Attend meetings, trainings, and undergo certification processes required by the Information Technology Department.
Keep track of time spent working on tickets in the Service Desk Support System.
Provide detailed notes in the ticket work log.
Gather information in order to understand the business impact of each service call.
Troubleshoot basic and complex customer issues as assigned by Service Desk and Lead Field Service Support Technicians.
Read and follow technical manuals, maintain knowledge on current industry trends, and follow the Service Desk knowledge base articles in daily operations.
Install new technologies.
Move technology from one location to another.
Add new components to existing systems.
Make changes or adjustments to existing systems such as performing upgrades and maintenance work.
Complete physical inventories of computer equipment.
Provide regular updates to the Service Desk Support Technician who must maintain Total Contact Ownership for each customer case.
Contribute to the District's Strong Schools/Strong Communities efforts by partnering with other staff to contribute to student achievement and the alignment and sustainability of resources.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Some knowledge of local area networks and related technologies.
Excellent skills working with Microsoft Office products and other hardware and software industry standards.
Excellent communication skills, verbal written and listening, including the ability to communicate effectively with individuals of varying levels of technology knowledge and skills.
Good customer service and problem-solving skills.
Considerable ability to interact effectively with both building and district staff representing diverse cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Considerable ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to read, understand and follow technical and instructional documentation.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Ability to work with detailed information.
Ability and willingness to learn new technical skills relating to field service functions.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and respond to changing priorities.
Ability to safely lift and carry objects weighting fifty-five pounds.
Ability to crawl under furniture to make computer connections.
Ability to climb stairs.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Must have access to a reliable means of transportation in order to travel to multiple sites during the day.

Pay, Benefits And Work Schedule

This is a 10-month position working 40 hours per week.

Pay range for this position is: $25.00 - $30.97

Max hiring step = Step Five (5)

The full salary schedule is listed in the AFSCME contract. Salary information for this job posting can be found at this link https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/labor-agreements and by selecting the "AFSCME (Clerical and Technical)" Labor agreement.

Benefit information for this position can be found at this link https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summaries-by-bargaining-unit and by selecting the "AFSCME (Clerical and Technical) - Full Time" link.

Benefits are available to new employees after 30 days of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, life insurance, sick leave, pension plan, tax-free retirement account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, dental insurance and disability insurance.

Other Information

Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.

Veteran's Preference - If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.

Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks - Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.