Information Technology (IT) Co-op - Spring 2027

DeBra-Kuempel Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

DeBra-Kuempel Inc. is hiring an IT Support Specialist Co-Op to assist the IT team with end-user support, hardware and software maintenance, and basic network tasks. You will gain hands-on experience while ensuring adherence to IT standards in a collaborative, on-site environment in Cincinnati, OH.

The role emphasizes customer service, problem solving, and collaboration with the IT team to support daily operations and security practices.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college or university program for Information Technology or a related program.
• Experience with the following technologies: Windows 10 & 11 OS, Office 365, Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, TCP/IP, iPhone/iPad and Android support.
• Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-user technical support and troubleshoot issues.
• Assist with hardware/software maintenance and inventory.
• Support IT projects and basic network/security tasks onsite.
• Follow IT SOPs and security policies.

Skills

Windows OS support

Office 365

Active Directory

DNS/DHCP

TCP/IP

Mobile device support

Education

Information Technology related program enrollment

Job description

About Us

We are a mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP); building automation; and industrial piping contractor. Our team offers a variety of MEP and process piping services, including design-build engineering for new construction and renovation, installation and specialty construction, maintenance, and air balancing, start-up, and energy efficiency services.

Job Summary

DeBra-Kuempel is seeking to fill an IT Support Specialist Co-Op position. This rolesupports the organization's technology infrastructure by providing end-user technical support, maintaining hardware and software systems, and assisting with network and security administration. This role works closely with the IT team to support daily operations, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure compliance with company IT standards while gaining hands-on experience in information technology.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement and manage network security asestablishedby EMCOR policy.
• Assistin computer, software, printer, & mobile device inventory, setup, and maintenance
• Provide antivirus and patch management and monitoring for computer operating systems.
• Provide basic Active Directory Users & Computers Support
• Provide end user help desk support.
• Work onsite to perform IT projects and upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with EMCOR IT SOPs
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager of IT

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Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college or university program for Information Technology or a related program
• Experience with the following technologies:
  • Microsoft Windows 10 & 11 Operating Systems Support
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • DNS/DHCP
  • TCP/IP
  • iPhone, iPad, and Android Support
• Possess exceptional customer service skills, patience, well organized, and a good communicator.
• Expertise incomputer software, hardware maintenance, and technical support.
• Experience with repairing, diagnosing, and upgrading PC hardware and basic network troubleshooting.
• Self-motivated witha highattention to detail.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to read and interpret communication styles of diverse team members who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required totalk and hear,move within the office to retrieve files,and meet with employees in their offices or conference room.

The employee must be able to work at a computer (reading and keying) for extended periods of time.

This role may require communicating verbally and in writing one on one, in small groups, as well as presenting to larger groups of employees.

Employees maybe requiredto travel for job relatedbusiness.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee may expect to work intypicaloffice environment.

Benefits

DeBra-Kuempel offers a competitive benefits package to non-union employees, including health benefits, paid time off, 401(k), tuition reimbursement,an employeeassistanceprogram, company discounts, and more.Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement will receive benefits as negotiated within their specific CBA and may be eligible toparticipatein our voluntary supplemental union benefits program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Affirmative Action Policy

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