RETAIL COMPUTER TECHNICIAN Pay range $19.29 to $30+

Socket.dev; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Employee discount for Friends & Family

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401K with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Vendor and company training

Job summary

Micro Center is seeking self-motivated Retail Computer Technicians. Base pay starts at $18.81/hour with incentives to raise hourly rates up to $35/hour. If you love computers and want high earning potential based on productivity, Micro Center is the place for you!

You’ll split time between the service counter and the shop, diagnosing devices and guiding customers through repair status. A HS diploma and CompTIA A+ or Apple ACMT/ACiT certifications are preferred, with strong communication skills

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with related computer service repair or tech customer service experience.
• CompTIA A+ or Apple ACMT/ACiT certifications, or the ability to certify within 90 days.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to multi-task and adjust priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person consultations and troubleshooting at the service counter for computers and related products.
• Recommend service solutions including data backups, anti-virus, warranties and subscriptions.
• Identify, diagnose and document hardware or software problems on desktops, laptops, phones, TVs, and monitors.
• Assemble custom computers sold by the BYO sales team.
• Maintain certifications and stay up-to-date with retail products and technologies.
• Handle cash till, customer transactions, and keep a clean, organized work area with tracked inventory.
• Provide timely updates to customers via face-to-face, phone, text and email about their service events.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multi-tasking

Technical troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CompTIA A+ or Apple ACMT/ACiT certifications

Ability to certify within 90 days

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. Passion, Energy & Commitment describe life at Micro Center. We are passionate about customer service and developing long-term customer relationships. We are looking for those that are committed to these same values.

We are currently seeking self-motivated, results-driven RETAIL COMPUTER TECHNICIANS, starting at $18.81/hour base pay with productivity incentives to increase hourly rates up to $35/HR. 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.

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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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:

• Flexible Schedules & Excellent Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Coveragefor Regular Full-Time Associates
• Employee Discount that includes a Friends & Family Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement & Education Discounts
• Paid Time Off for Regular Associates
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Esteemed Vendor & Company Job Training
• Career Advancement 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.