IT Technician

United Church Homes; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

United Church Homes is seeking an IT Technician to maintain IT assets across care facilities and assist end-users in daily tasks. The role involves hardware setup, software installation, and troubleshooting, plus network and printer connectivity support.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of related IT experience, strong knowledge of Windows OS and Microsoft Office, and familiarity with Workday and PointClickCare. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of related IT experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems and various applications.
• Must obtain and maintain mandatory certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to end-users for hardware and software.
• Set up hardware, install software, train users, and troubleshoot.
• Maintain and inventory computer and network equipment.
• Assist with network and printer connections and maintenance.
• Participate in weekly on-call rotation with IT staff.
• Collaborate with IT services on budgets and purchases.

Skills

Technical support

Hardware setup

Troubleshooting

Windows OS

Microsoft Office Suite

Workday

PointClickCare

On-call support

Communication skills

Inventory management

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Workday

PointClickCare

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Name:US OH RemoteThe IT Technician role is responsible for maintaining IT assets for long-term care, affordable housing, and middle market communities and aiding end-users in effectively carrying out their job duties.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Provide technical support to end-users, encompassing tasks such as hardware setup, software installation, user training and troubleshooting, etc.
• Provide hardware and cabling support for network equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment/software.
• Evaluate end-users’ specific computer needs and implements necessary adjustments.
• Assists with establishing network and printer connections.
• Install specified software packages such as operating systems, Microsoft Suite, and anti-virus software.
• Replace and/or updates defective, outdated, or inadequate software packages.
• Research solutions to re-occurring issues.
• Maintain computer/network inventory.
• Engage with and assist contracted service personnel in installation of hardware/repairs as needed.
• Participate in the On-Call phone line weekly rotation with the other IT technicians.
• Consult with IT Services regarding budget requirements for purchase of equipment, software, etc.
• Attend department meetings as assigned and communicate regularly with other IT staff members.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or directed.

Competency Statement(s)

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Deductive Reasoning - Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Training - Ability to develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a predetermined standard of work performance.

Skills & Abilities

• EducationAssociate degree (two-year college or technical school) or equivalent experience: Required
• ExperienceTwo (2) or more years of related experience
• Computer SkillsStrong knowledge of operating systems and various types of applications. Microsoft Office Suite, Workday, and PointClickCare knowledge highly desirable.
• Certifications & LicensesAdditional IT training helpful, continuing education in IT-related areas recommended; Must obtain and maintain mandatory, state, federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupation.
• Reliable transportation is required to commute between assigned work locations. The employee must possess a valid driver’s license and meet the eligibility criteria under United Church Homes’ liability insurance to operate a vehicle for work purposes.

Other Requirements

• Must have strong oral and written communication skills;
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of patience, especially in working with end-users;
• Must have demonstrated deductive reasoning and analytical skills;
• Must be able to utilize various hand and power tools, including wire termination equipment;
• Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee HandbookWe're an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.