An IT Apprentice will be part of an extensive and wide-ranging training program with exposure to a variety of specialized technology disciplines including but not limited to, Network Engineering, Systems Engineering, Database Administration. An Apprentice will receive support from managers and mentors through hands-on training, with the intention to learn, develop and demonstrate new knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Act as initial contact for all internal customer and provide user-level technical support for hundreds of users in offices around the world
- Perform installs, upgrades, moves, and changes for computer workstation hardware and software, printers, and other peripheral devices
- Support installation and upgrades to hardware and software, and other peripheral devices
- Support with computers, building and configuring hardware and software, troubleshooting, virus removals, etc
- Provide support to hundreds of internal and external users in offices around the world
- Assist with the implementation of new technology, and support projects as needed
- Assist with documentation of systems, standard operating procedures and audits
- Investigate user issues, identify root-cause, provide solutions, and escalate as needed
- Maintain confidentiality with the business information being processed, stored, or accessed by end-users on the network
- Perform other duties as needed
Qualifications
- A general understanding of, and demonstrated affinity for, PCs and related technologies (networking, databases, VMs, Linux, etc.)
- User level knowledge of Windows, and basic experience with MS Office
- Tech certifications (A+, Network+, etc.) preferred
- Perform all work and activities with honesty and integrity
- Take personal responsibility for productivity, quality and timeliness of work
- Effectively communicate (and listen) clearly, professionally, politely and persuasively in all situations; respond well and in a reasonable, timely manner
- Challenge conventional practices and use creativity and information to lead, innovate, problem solve, and implement ideas to contribute to the growth of the organization
- Support and meet company/department goals and core values
- Collaborate with co-workers to achieve common goals