IT Tech Support

VTech Electronics; Arlington Heights (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 77,500; Full time

Job summary

VTech Electronics is looking for an IT Tech Support professional in Arlington Heights, IL. This role includes providing IT support for both hardware and software issues to local and remote users. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, with 3–5 years of experience in technical support. Knowledge of Microsoft systems, Active Directory, and networking principles is required. The position offers a full-time schedule with a salary range of $65,000 to $77,500 plus benefits and a potential bonus.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in end-user support and administering client-side infrastructure.
• Ability to support users by phone, email, in-person, or remotely.
• Experience with virtualization and Linux/MacOS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for hardware and software issues.
• Manage deployment and configuration of new computers.
• Document help desk activity and resolutions.

Skills

Microsoft Windows Client environment

Microsoft Office 365

Active Directory design and Schema

DNS, DHCP, GPO's knowledge

Batch/PowerShell Scripting

Networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)

Customer service skills

Remote support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

ManageEngine Endpoint Central

InTune

Cisco/Meraki

Job description

The IT Tech Support role is part of the VTech/LeapFrog IT team providing daily support with a wide range of technical issues and holds responsibility for the operation, maintenance and repairs of systems, hardware, software and related infrastructures. Supporting users by phone, email, in-person or remotely, this role will also perform hardware diagnostics, upgrades and repairs as well as respond to issues related to network access and software functionality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide timely technical assistance for issues related to hardware, software, computer systems and general office equipment for local and remote users
• Manage deployment and configuration of new computers, including the installation of operating systems, applications, drivers, and departmental system configuration settings
• Diagnose root cause of technical problems, implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Perform patch management using ManageEngine Endpoint Central and InTune and auditing on routine basis
• Document help desk submissions, activity, steps taken and resolution, escalating to other team members as necessary. Compile help desk summaries, trends and recommendations as needed.
• Software & license auditing
• Test, configure, and evaluate new software packages as requested
• Support MS Office and Adobe products as well as support Active Directory domains.
• Microsoft 365 Administration of Exchange, Entra, SharePoint, Teams, etc.
• Collaborate through communication and teamwork with co-workers, management, clients and others in a courteous, and professional manner
• Exercise sound business judgment
• Work independently and collaboratively and manage time effectively in order to meet changing deadlines and priorities
• Treat all employees, guests and customers and others affiliated with our business with respect
• Conform and abide by all laws, regulations, policies, work procedures, instructions and VTech's Rules of Engagement
• Conform with all safety rules and use all appropriate safety equipment
• Other duties as needed or required

POSITION SKILLS

• Must have in depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows Client environment and Microsoft Office 365.
• Must have a strong understanding of Active Directory design, Schema, OU design, AD replication topology, and DC backup/restore procedures.
• Ability to work in a Microsoft Windows Server environment including file permissions and client to server application relationships.
• Have excellent working knowledge of DNS, DHCP, GPO's, message tracking and performance monitoring.
• Experience with Batch/PowerShell Scripting.
• Experience and knowledge in fundamental networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SMTP, SNMP) and Cisco/Meraki networking equipment.
• Experience with CoPilot a plus.
• Experience with virtualization a plus.
• Knowledge of Linux/MacOS a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service skills.
• Able to support remote sites.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience delivering end-user support and administering client-side infrastructure.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field; or any combination of experience and education that provides the necessary skills, knowledge and ability to perform essential functions of this role.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no management/supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Duties are primarily performed in an office environment, although hybrid work is allowed as appropriate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Core hours will be set between employee and manager and will be based on business needs. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected 5% of the time.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $65,000-$77,500 + bonus potential + excellent benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and maintaining internal equity. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

EEO STATEMENT

VTech and LeapFrog are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action Employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race (including hairstyle or texture), religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We also consider qualified applications regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. If you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of a disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by contacting [e-mail]. General employment-related inquiries should not be submitted to this email.