What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spring 2027 IT Co-op position at McKenney's Inc.?
JOB SUMMARY
As a Co-op, you will be part of the team from day one and given training and tasks that are important and impactful to our projects' success.Success in this role depends on the Co-op’s initiative and teamwork skills. A successful Co-op will effectively apply fundamental technical concepts to real-world challenges, adhering to departmental best practices, and consistently planning and communicating work efforts. The Co-op will contribute to delivering world-class technology solutions within a diverse, collaborative, and high-performing technology team.
McKenney's has a long history of success in hiring Co-ops and supporting their evolution into industry leaders. Many of our current senior leaders began their journey in the Co-op program.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- User Support: Assist office and field employees with IT issues.
- Hardware Management: Maintain computers, printers, mobile devices, and rugged field equipment.
- Software Support: Install/update business apps (e.g., Microsoft 365, Procore, Bluebeam).
- Networking: Install, configure, and troubleshoot connectivity at offices and jobsites.
- Security & Compliance: Ensure cybersecurity, access controls, and IT policies.
- Field Tech Support: Set up and maintain job site IT infrastructure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:- Candidates must be enrolled at a school or university majoring in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related degree, enrollment in a Co-op program preferred.
- Availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week (40 hours preferred) Monday through Friday.
- Candidates are encouraged to complete at least two full-time, alternating Co-op rotations before graduation and should avoid a full courseload while working, which may delay graduation.
- 1st Rotation: Spring 2027
- 2nd Rotation: Fall 2027
- Self-motivated, team-oriented, and detail focused.
- Productive in fast-paced environments with strong multitasking skills.
- Able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload efficiently.
- Effective communicator across diverse teams, including PMs, drafting, field staff, and fabrication shops.
- Receptive to feedback and committed to growth through continuous improvement and collaboration.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.
- No or limited exposure to physical risk; occasional jobsite visits may require climbing permanent and temporary stairs/ladders, passenger use of hoists, and navigating active construction areas.
- Light physical effort handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds may be required occasionally.
Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.
McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.