What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Technician I position at Loudoun County Government?
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Hardware Support:
- Provides support for installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of operating systems, software, peripherals, printers, copiers, and audio, video, and telecommunications equipment; assembles and disassembles PCs and components; and installs operating systems and software.
- Provides the highest level of customer service. Recommends resolution to customer inquiries or issues; maintains positive customer relations throughout the service request life cycle; and updates customers on the status of service requests.
- Maintains a necessary level of knowledge of emerging personal computer technologies; maintains thorough knowledge of PCs, iPads, tablets, audiovisual equipment, peripheral repairs and installation, printer sharing device installation, configuration, and standard County applications software; and shares knowledge with colleagues.
- Support Tier 1 and Tier 2 on-site installation, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of desktops, laptops, printers, iPads, iPhones, and associated peripherals.
Software Support:
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for desktop operating systems and software applications (e.g., Active Directory, SCCM, Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, TCP/IP, MDT, and business applications).
- Install, configure, and update software applications and patches to maintain compatibility, security, and performance.
- Assist users with software installation, activation, licensing, and compatibility issues.
- Provides customer service. (Recommends resolution to customer inquiries or issues; maintains positive customer relations throughout the service request life cycle; and updates customers on status of service requests.)
- May perform other essential job functions specific to the position and department assignment.
- Offer remote troubleshooting assistance for desktop-related issues to users in distributed or remote locations.
We are seeking an individual with:
- Ability to organize and prioritize work with assistance.
- Ability to understand departmental programs, service policies, and procedures.
- Ability to follow complex verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, management, and clients.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.
Preferred Requirements:
- Prefer experience in: SharePoint; Teams; OneDrive and ServiceNow software.
- Preferred Certifications: CompTIA A , CompTIA Network , CompTIA A , CompTIA Security , Microsoft Certified Office Specialist, Microsoft Certified Desktop Administrator, or ITIL.
Work Environment:
- It is an in-person work environment, with occasional telework available upon request.
- May be required to be on-call for emergency/crisis management (e.g., natural disasters, pandemics), and work 24/7 during such events.
- Lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
- Dynamic environment requiring adaptability to changing priorities and goals.
Post Conditional Offer Contingencies:
- Must pass a criminal background check; additional checks (e.g., fingerprinting, credit, DMV) may be required based on the assignment.
- Special requirements: A current driver’s license and driving record check is required
Salary : $55,468 - $94,295