Field Technician

Manifest Solutions; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Manifest Solutions is seeking a Junior Field Technician for a position in Columbus, OH. You will install and test software on stand-alone computers, troubleshoot and repair hardware and software issues on district end point computers, and configure and install workstations across district sites.

You will provide frontline IT support to end users, document steps and tickets, assist with deployments and classroom technology integration, and maintain inventory records of devices such as

Qualifications

• Requires CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent experience.
• 6 months to 1 year of endpoint hardware/software experience is acceptable in lieu of certification.
• Valid State of Ohio driver’s license.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical users.
• Physical ability to install and repair computer equipment.
• Strong customer service and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Installs and tests software on stand-alone computers.
• Troubleshoots and repairs hardware and software issues on district end point computers.
• Configures and installs computer workstations.
• Diagnoses and resolves hardware/software problems promptly.
• Provides technical assistance to end users and IT service desks.
• Documents steps taken and closes trouble tickets; maintains records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

CompTIA A+ Certification

Job description

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Junior Field Technician for a position in Columbus, OH.

• Installs and tests software on stand-alone computers.
• Troubleshoots and repairs hardware and software related issues on district end point computers.
• Configures and installs computer workstations.
• Diagnoses and resolves critical and non-critical hardware and software problems on a timely basis.
• Provides technical assistance to end users, IT Service Desk, and peers, utilizing technical information provided through vendor relationships, hardware manufacturers and process manuals.
• Responds to technology service desk trouble tickets to resolve personal computer problems through on-site or remote simulation and/or re-creation of the user’s problem.
• Documents steps taken to diagnose and resolve customer problems and closes trouble tickets; maintains records of statistics and tracking requirements, and hardware and software maintenance and repair.
• Installs, upgrades, and maintains a variety of software applications and computer hardware, including peripherals.
• Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs software and hardware problems.
• Closes trouble tickets upon completion of services or resolution of problem.
• Performs backup activities and restoration of files as needed.
• Participates in testing and implementation of new systems and procedures.
• Works with school building staff and the academic departments to integrate technology solutions into the classrooms.
• Maintains a record of hardware and software in use at assigned locations. This could include but is not limited to: Chromebooks, desktops, laptops, tablets, and printers.
• Prepares required documentation and reports.
• Maintains complete and accurate records and files by updating the districts ITSM software.
• May be asked to support evening or weekend events or school readiness initiatives (this is on a limited and minimal basis)
• Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• CompTIA A+ Certification.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience consisting of installation, configuration, testing, and repair of endpoint hardware and software in an enterprise IT environment may be used in place of certification requirement.
• Valid State of Ohio driver’s license.
• Skill in using analysis equipment and entering keyboard commands to diagnose server, software, and hardware issues.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work with various levels of district staff and external vendors/consultants in the resolution of a variety of technology issues. Required to communicate technical information in non-technical terms.
• Written skills necessary to maintain various departmental records, documents, and reports.
• Physical ability to install and repair computer equipment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with demonstrated experience of practicing both.