BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated IT Technician in Topeka, KS!

Position Title: IT Technician 

Location: Topeka, KS, 66619

Anticipated Start Date: 09-01-2024

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 4+ Plus Months (Contract)

Job Type: (>=30 HOURS WEEKLY], [CONTRACT], [ON-SITE]

Pay Range: $20/hr to $23/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

• Must possess the proven ability to install and configure new IT equipment, perform PC Refresh, deploy new hire installs of equipment, PC moves, retirement and pickup of devices set for retirement. 
• Reimage laptops with proper chain of custody. 
• Basic inventory management. To resolve incidents and upgrade different types of software and hardware. Installation of new hardware for customers, such as new monitors, docking stations, or keyboards. 
• May also include diagnoses and resolving software and hardware incidents, including operating systems (Windows 10/11), Windows Administration and across a range of software applications on the client machine (Office applications, Outlook, Teams, etc.). 
• Basic printer troubleshooting and maintenance for all office printers including daily/weekly/monthly print request processing for high capacity printers.
• Creating/ Modifying AD groups, State Users accounts, and service accounts for application development
• Candidates should possess the ability to schedule their own appointments with the customer via email, IM or phone or work in tandem with a dedicated scheduling staff/task assigner. Ability to maintain appointments/customer contact is required.
• A successful candidate takes complete ownership of issues and their assigned tickets by carrying out problem analysis to implement fixes and computer installations with the aim of restoring service to the customer as soon as possible; escalating incidents to other support teams both direct and indirect to include leads and management where necessary as well as end to end scheduling operations for tickets assigned directly to them. 
• Must accurately record, update and document requests using the IT service desk system Must maintain a first-class level of customer service ensuring that all customers are treated efficiently and in an appropriate manner.
• Must maintain excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical colleagues at all levels in the organization. Client Site Services IT Support staff works in a very dynamic, fast-paced environment which provides services over the phone, through e-mail, and in person.

Essential Job Functions

• Interfaces with end users to resolve problems concerning system functions reported through a problem ticket. Reviews information provided, and diagnoses issue based on established procedures and scripts. Resolves problems by following scripts and assessing diagnostic information.
• Performs routine install, move, add, and change (ICMS) activities based upon prescribed procedures and processes. Escalates unresolved issues or problems.
• Provides technical services in support of project work; works with project teams to implement defined technical activities, such as distributing new personal computers or racking network equipment, in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Provides basic or routine guidance to client population on system and products to eliminate recurring errors for smaller or stand-alone systems/products with minimal coordination.
• Maintains currency regarding routine technological, product, process and/or other advances, specifically in line of service, to ensure team performance and achieve team objectives.
• Supports documentation maintenance by updating information and changes as directed.

Basic Qualifications

• Two or more years of technical training in computer field preferred
• Two or more years of Active Directory Experience
• Two or more years of technical support experience
• Experience working with company products and operating systems
• Experience working with solving computer-related technical problems
• Experience working with the company escalation policy

Other Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills to interact with clients and team members
• Communication skills
• Organization skills to balance and prioritize work
• Analytical and problem solving skills

Work Environment

• Client or office environment
• May require shift or weekend work

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.