Configuration Center Technician Associate

Gilder Search Group; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an entry-level Configuration Technician in Erie to assist with pre-configuring IT equipment prior to shipment. You will follow documented instructions to provision devices, perform basic kitting, and ensure quality before packing for delivery.

This role emphasizes hands-on training, attention to detail, and the ability to learn IT disciplines. Opportunities for advancement exist within the IT field.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 1 year of experience preferred or related training.
• Employee may pursue MCPc or equivalent certifications within first year.
• Hands-on, entry-level role supporting IT configuration and pre-shipment activities.

Responsibilities

• Follow written work instructions to provision and configure IT devices per customer requirements.
• Perform basic kitting and prepare equipment for deployment and shipping.
• Unbox, re-box and process equipment for shipping.
• Clean, test, and inspect IT devices prior to shipment.
• Escalate technical or other issues to supervisor as needed.
• Attend internal departmental and project meetings and contribute ideas for process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Independent work

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn IT disciplines

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MCPc certification (preferred)

Tools

Screwdriver

Job description

Configuration Technician

Position Overview:

The Configuration Technician is responsible for performing the pre-configuration of equipment prior to shipment to customers. The pre-configuration is to be performed in a quality and consistent manner in accordance with documented instructions. Equipment pre-configuration shall also be validated to ensure the proper functioning of the equipment prior to shipment.

This position is an entry level role with opportunities for advancement in the IT industry.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Follow specific written work instructions to efficiently provision and configure IT devices and otherwise prepare for device deployment based on customer requirements.
• Basic kitting of equipment based on customer requirements.
• Unbox, re-box and process equipment for shipping.
• Clean, test, and inspect IT devices.
• Escalate technical or other issues to your immediate supervisor.
• Participate in internal departmental and project meetings.
• Offer suggestions on improving processes and efficiencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Outcomes of the Position:

• The Configuration Center Technician Associate will consistently follow documented processes to maintain a high degree of quality in work product and customer satisfaction. All assigned work must be completed in a timely and cost efficient manner.

Skills and Attributes Required:

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities of low complexity.
• Ability to work independently and to sustain positive relationships with team members, management and customers.
• Team oriented resource that approaches problems collaboratively.
• Aptitude to learn various IT disciplines at a basic level.
• Attention to detail and a strong work ethic required.

Qualifications:

This is a hands‑on entry‑level position that will provide MCPc a dedicated individual to support team workload. While existing technical certifications are preferred, they are not required. The individual will be expected to pursue the appropriate certifications as detailed by immediate supervisor within the first year of employment.

Experience and Educational Requirement:

• A High School Diploma or GED, with a minimum of 1 year of experience (preferred) or relevant training that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Valid Driver's License (less than 6 points on license to adhere to insurance requirements).

Physical Requirements:

The Configuration Center Technician Associate position involves lifting (up to 60 lbs.), carrying, standing, bending, transporting IT equipment 50% of the time. The position also involves the occasional use of basic tools (screwdriver), cleaning solutions, tear down and rebuild of IT components. Finally, the ability to type, work from a computer monitor, communication (written and verbal) and read basic work instructions are a requirement.

*This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform other job related duties as request by their Supervisor.*