Technical Support Specialist

University of New England; Maine; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plan options

Educational benefits

Job summary

The University of New England seeks a Technology Support Specialist to initiate and support a Mac and PC environment, solving a wide range of application and technical problems with strong customer service and communication. You will work across two campuses providing timely support via phone, email, and in-person visits.

Preferred candidates have Windows and MacOS expertise, experience imaging laptops/desktops, and familiarity with enterprise tools. Higher education experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with Windows and Mac operating systems and imaging processes.
• Certifications in IT support are a plus, including CompTIA A+ or Apple certs.
• Experience in higher education is preferred and strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide Mac and PC support across two campuses via phone, email, walk-up, and office visits.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues and maintain device images.
• Assist users and collaborate with ITS staff to resolve campus wide technical problems.

Skills

Windows OS

MacOS

Imaging laptops

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

4 years experience in related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Kace

Deep Freeze

Jamf

Job description

The Technology Support Specialist will initiate and support a Mac and PC environment, solving a wide range of application and technical problems, demonstrating superior problem solving skills and a strong combination of customer service, communication, and technical abilities. This position will work as part of a team across two campuses and interact with all members of the University community via phone, email, walk-up and office visit support. Technical experience that includes maintenance and imaging of laptops and desktops, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, deep understanding of the Windows and Macintosh operating systems, and an understanding of how technology works in an enterprise level environment is essential to success in this role.

About the University of New England

UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands‑on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.

Benefits Overview

• Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
• Up to 8% retirement plan match.
• Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
• Educational benefits
  • UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
  • UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
  • 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.
• Configure, deploy, retire, troubleshoot and repair Macintosh and Windows laptops, desktops and peripherals.
• Monitor, log, take responsibility for, and promptly resolve incoming requests made via tickets, email, phone and walkup.
• Provide immediate support for all classroom related issues.
• Provide training to users on the operation of their technology and best practices.
• Work closely with other ITS staff and departments to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Work with management and coworkers in User Services to complete campus wide initiative and projects.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred or a combination of four years experience and education in related computer field.

• Strong knowledge of Windows and Apple operating systems, creating/maintaining images, resolve software/hardware and mobile computing issues.
• Preferred Certifications
  • CompTIA A+ Certification desired
  • Any Apple certification greatly desired
• Experience with full disk encryption and other security related technologies.
• Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with a broad range of third party applications.
• Familiarity with enterprise level networking concepts.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow, Kace, Deep Freeze and Jamf.
• Familiarity with Audio/Video technologies is a plus.
• Ability to provide professional and courteous service to a broad range of users and experience levels.
• Prior experience working in Higher Education is required.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to University and ITS policies and procedures is required.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 40lbs.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Additional Note

This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Anticipated Pay Range

Anticipated Pay Range $22.36 - $24.76 per hour

Posting Number

Posting Number 2022PS0974P

Open Date

Open Date 09/04/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation