IT Support-Election Day (Temp)

AppleOne Employment Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Sick pay (statutory)

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a tech-savvy IT Support-Election Day (Temp) representative to provide critical technology support for polling locations in Columbia, SC on Election Day, November 3, 2026. You will travel within an assigned zone to assist polling locations with election equipment support, basic troubleshooting, and user assistance.

Training will be provided before Election Day, and you will work with a coordinated support team to keep polling operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Provide on-site Election Day technology support at polling locations.
• Troubleshoot election equipment and basic technical issues.
• Travel within an assigned zone to respond to support needs.
• Pass background and driving record checks.

Responsibilities

• Travel to polling locations to provide on-site technology support.
• Troubleshoot computer, equipment, and connectivity issues related to election operations.
• Assist poll workers with equipment questions and proper use of technology tools.
• Communicate status updates, issues, and resolutions to the appropriate support contacts.
• Provide calm, professional customer service in a high-visibility Election Day environment.
• Follow established procedures to support accuracy, reliability, and smooth operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Election equipment

Troubleshooting

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a tech-savvy IT Support‑Election Day (Temp) representative to provide critical technology support for polling locations in Columbia, SC on Election Day, November 3, 2026. In this role, you will travel within an assigned zone to assist polling locations with election equipment support, basic troubleshooting, and user assistance. Candidates will receive required training before Election Day and will work as part of a coordinated support team focused on keeping polling operations running smoothly. This is a great opportunity to apply your technology skills in a meaningful public service setting while working with supportive leadership, clear instructions, and a team‑oriented approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned polling locations within a designated zone to provide on‑site technology support.
• Troubleshoot basic computer, equipment, and connectivity issues related to election operations.
• Assist poll workers with equipment questions and proper use of technology tools.
• Communicate status updates, issues, and resolutions to the appropriate support contacts.
• Provide calm, professional customer service in a high‑visibility Election Day environment.
• Follow established procedures to support accuracy, reliability, and smooth operations.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: $250 per day.
• Mileage reimbursement: $0.725 per mile.
• Assignment date: Election Day, November 3, 2026.
• Schedule: 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
• Location: Columbia, SC, with travel within an assigned zone.
• Mandatory training required. Candidates must attend one of the following sessions:
• October 17, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
• October 22, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
• For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Provide on‑site Election Day technology support at assigned polling locations.
• Troubleshoot election equipment, computer, and basic technical issues.
• Travel within an assigned zone to respond to support needs.
• Communicate professionally with poll workers and support teams.
• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Comfortable working with computers, technology, and basic troubleshooting.
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass background and driving record checks.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work the full Election Day schedule.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a busy, time‑sensitive environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience providing technical support, help desk support, field support, or equipment troubleshooting.
• Experience working in customer‑facing environments.
• Familiarity with election operations, polling locations, or public sector support environments.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment‑qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.