PC Technician

amerisafe inc; DeRidder (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERISAFE in DeRidder, LA is seeking a detail-oriented IT support professional to maintain and troubleshoot computer systems, desktops, and peripherals. You will install, diagnose, repair, and upgrade hardware while ensuring peak workstation performance and user training where needed.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, familiarity with networks, operating systems, and strong communication skills to assist non-technical users in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of applicable experience or comparable education.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree and/or relevant technical certifications are a plus.
• Hands-on hardware/software troubleshooting experience.
• Working knowledge of current network protocols, operating systems, and standards.
• Ability to read manuals and OEM guides.
• Ability to assemble and configure computers and peripherals.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good communication with coworkers, management, and non-technical users.
• Customer-service oriented attitude and flexibility for extended hours/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service requests to diagnose and fix equipment issues.
• Service copiers, printers, and faxes including toner and rollers.
• Install, configure, test, and maintain end-user workstation hardware and networking hardware.
• Install, configure, test, and maintain associated software and networking software.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of computers, monitors, keyboards, printers, and peripherals.
• Follow policies and legal requirements and document support activities promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Technical certifications

Tools

Hardware troubleshooting

Networking fundamentals

Operating systems (Windows/Linux)

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

DeRidder, LA, US

AMERISAFE is seeking a detail-oriented, productivity driven professional to add to our “Excellence Team” based in DeRidder, LA. This non-exempt position is responsible for the support and maintenance of computer systems, desktops and peripherals. This includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining and upgrading all hardware and equipment while ensuring optimal workstation performance. Also responsible for troubleshooting problem areas in a timely and accurate fashion and providing end user training and assistance where required.

Upon an offer and acceptance of employment with AMERISAFE, you will be required to complete our pre-employment screening, which includes a criminal background check, a 10-panel drug test and, if applicable, a review of your motor vehicle report. A 10-panel drug test includes amphetamine/methamphetamine, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine metabolite (BZE), marijuana metabolite (THCA), methadone, methaqualone, codeine/morphine, phencyclidine, propoxyphene.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of applicable experience or comparable education
• Associate or bachelor’s degree and/or relevant technical certifications a plus
• Extensive hands-on hardware/software troubleshooting and support experience
• Working technical knowledge of current network protocols, operating systems and standards
• Able to read and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation and OEM guides
• Able to assemble and configure computers and peripherals with hardware and software
• Able to lift and transport heavy to moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals
• Able to handle multiple, changing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, management, external personnel and especially non-technical users
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues
• Demonstrated ability in creative thinking, self-direction and initiative
• Demonstrated customer-service orientation and attitude
• Willing to occasionally work extended hours and weekends
• Foster the AMERISAFE culture by embracing the pillars of consistency, focus, frugality, ownership and service.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service requests to diagnose and correct equipment failure and malfunctions and replace or repair malfunctioning equipment
• Service copiers, printers and faxes by changing toners, rollers, fuser assemblies and general cleaning and maintenance
• Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor and troubleshoot end user workstation hardware, networked peripheral devices and networking hardware products
• Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor and troubleshoot associated end user workstation software and networking software products
• Assist in the maintenance of the inventory of all computers, monitors, keyboards, printers and other peripheral equipment
• Perform all functions in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, as well as all legal, licensing and copyright requirements
• Accurately and timely document all support activities per approved policies and procedures