System Technician Assistant

Ohio Wesleyan University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Wesleyan University seeks an entry-level Systems Technician helper to assist with hands-on campus IT tasks. You will replace wireless hardware, register network devices, manage digital signage, run cabling, and support the help desk and media center projects.

Ideal candidates communicate well, lift moderately heavy objects, and can work independently or with a partner. Familiarity with Windows/Mac/mobile OS, home networking, and basic Linux is a plus.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Being able to communicate effectively.
• Lifting moderately heavy objects.
• Familiarity with hand tools (drills, drywall saw etc.).
• Being able to work independently and with a partner.
• Working knowledge of Windows, Mac and mobile device operating systems (linux experience is a bonus).
• Knowledge of home networking and wireless troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of gaming consoles/smart devices.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Systems technician with hands-on duties.
• Replacing and repairing wireless hardware, telecommunications equipment
• Network device registration
• Digital signage management and installation
• Pulling wired networking cabling to repair or upgrade campus infrastructure
• Covering the help desk
• Supporting the media center with projector installation and configuration
• Answering phones, and responding to email/work requests
• Moderate ladder climbing will be required

Skills

Windows/macOS

Networking basics

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Lifting capability

Hand tools

Problem solving

Mobile devices

Tools

Computer hardware

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.

Student Delaware, OH, US

Purpose/Objective of the Role:

Assist the Systems technician with various hands-on duties.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Including but not limited to:
  • Replacing and repairing wireless hardware, telecommunications equipment
  • Network device registration
  • Digital signage management and installation
  • Pulling wired networking cabling to repair or upgrade campus infrastructure
  • Covering the help desk
  • Supporting the media center with projector installation and configuration
  • Answering phones, and responding to email/work requests
  • Moderate ladder climbing will be required

Qualifications:

• Willingness to learn new (and old) technology
• Being able to communicate effectively
• Lifting moderately heavy objects
• Familiarity with hand tools (drills, drywall saw etc.)
• Being able to work independently and with a partner
• Working knowledge of Windows,Mac and mobile device operating systems (linux experience is a bonus)
• Knowledge of home networking and wireless troubleshooting
• Knowledge of gaming consoles/smart devices

NOTE:

Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

• Get lots of hands-on experience working with a variety of different technologies
• Learning how to troubleshoot infrastructure issues on an enterprise level
• Get an in-depth knowledge of modern networking, telecommunications, and digital signage systems