RETAIL COMPUTER TECHNICIAN

Corporate Logo; Georgia; On-site; USD 21,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Employee Discount

Tuition Reimbursement & Education Dis

Paid Time Off

401K Plan

Job summary

MICRO CENTER is seeking self-motivated RETAIL COMPUTER TECHNICIANS to join our team. Starting at $15/hour with incentives can raise hourly rates to $18–$35 plus SPIFFs. The role includes service-counter consultations, diagnosing and repairing devices, and maintaining customer relationships to drive repeat business.

Responsibilities include counseling customers, recommending service options, documenting issues, assembling BYO PCs, and keeping up-to-date with certifications and product knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; related computer service/repair experience preferred.
• Certifications: CompTIA A+ or Apple ACMT/ACiT or ability to certify within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person consultations and troubleshooting at the service counter for a variety of computers and devices.
• Recommend service solutions including data backups, anti-virus, extended warranties, and subscriptions.
• Identify and document hardware and software issues on desktops, laptops, mobiles, TVs, and monitors.
• Assemble custom computers sold by the BYO sales team.
• Maintain knowledge of manuals and vendor certifications; stay updated on products and tech.

Skills

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma

CompTIA A+ certification

Apple ACMT/ACiT certifications

Job description

MICRO CENTER is the nation’s leading computer and electronic device big box retailer! Our technology superstore has an industry-leading 40,000+ selection of premier computer products and the most knowledgeable staff in the business. We are passionate about customer service and developing long-term customer relationships. We are looking for associates with those same values.

We are currently seeking self-motivated, results-driven RETAIL COMPUTER TECHNICIANS, starting at $15/hour base pay with productivity incentives to increase hourly rates up to $18-$35 + SPIFFs. If you have a passion for computers and want to have a high earning potential based off your productivity, then Micro Center is the place for you!

You’ll be spending up to half your time at the Service Counter, where you will be easing customer concerns by walking them through their comprehensive service options that will result in repeat customers for life, all while having the opportunity to earn uncapped commissions. The rest of your time will be spent in the shop diagnosing and repairing various computer devices and providing constant communication to your customers regarding their repair status.

• Provide in-person consultations and troubleshooting to customers at the service counter on a variety of computers, computer-related equipment and other retail products sold in the store
• Recommend various service solutions including, but not limited to, data backups, anti-virus, extended warranties, and support subscriptions
• Identify, diagnose, and document hardware failure(s) or software problems on a variety of electronic devices including, but not limited to, desktops, laptops, mobile phones, TVs, and monitors
• Assemble custom computers sold by our expert build-your-own (BYO) sales team
• Understand and utilize technical manuals and support resources while maintaining appropriate technical certifications and vendor certifications, while keeping up to date on retail products and current technologies
• Maintain a cash till, handle customer transactions, and maintain the department by ensuring a clean work area is maintained and inventory is accurately tracked
• Provide timely, complete, and accurate information directly to customers via face-to-face, telephone, text, and email communication regarding their service event on a constant basis

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent with one-year related computer service repair or technical customer service experience strongly preferred
• CompTIA A+ certification or Apple ACMT and ACiT certifications, or the ability to be certified within 90 days of hire. *Apple certifications highly desirable
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills combined with ability to multi-task and adjust priorities
• Physical requirements: lift up to 50 lbs., stand for prolonged periods of time
• Shifts include hours before and after the store is open to the public and may also include mornings, nights, weekends and holidays

MICRO CENTER OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Coverage for Regular Full-Time Associates
• Flexible Schedules & Excellent Pay
• Employee Discount that includes a Friends & Family Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement & Education Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Regular Associates
• 401K Plan with company match

OUR GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:

At Micro Center, we empower our employees to set their sights high and blaze their own trails. This is a place where your future success and growth are truly a result of your own efforts and achievements. Our teams are made up of motivated individuals who work hard to advance their careers. Join our team and see how hard work, loyalty, competitive spirit and unwavering commitment to the customer can take you and your career to new places.

Micro Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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