[Hiring] IT Technician @United Church Homes

Role Description

The IT Technician role is responsible for maintaining IT assets for long-term care, affordable housing, and middle market communities and aiding end-users in effectively carrying out their job duties.

• Provide technical support to end-users, encompassing tasks such as hardware setup, software installation, user training and troubleshooting.
• Provide hardware and cabling support for network equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment/software.
• Evaluate end-users’ specific computer needs and implement necessary adjustments.
• Assist with establishing network and printer connections.
• Install specified software packages such as operating systems, Microsoft Suite, and anti-virus software.
• Replace and/or update defective, outdated, or inadequate software packages.
• Research solutions to re-occurring issues.
• Maintain computer/network inventory.
• Engage with and assist contracted service personnel in installation of hardware/repairs as needed.
• Participate in the On-Call phone line weekly rotation with the other IT technicians.
• Consult with IT Services regarding budget requirements for purchase of equipment, software, etc.
• Attend department meetings as assigned and communicate regularly with other IT staff members.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (two-year college or technical school) or equivalent experience: Required
• Two (2) or more years of related experience
• Strong knowledge of operating systems and various types of applications. Microsoft Office Suite, Workday, and PointClickCare knowledge highly desirable.

Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain mandatory, state, federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupation.
• Reliable transportation is required to commute between assigned work locations.
• The employee must possess a valid driver’s license and meet the eligibility criteria under United Church Homes’ liability insurance to operate a vehicle for work purposes.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of patience, especially in working with end-users.
• Must have demonstrated deductive reasoning and analytical skills.
• Must be able to utilize various hand and power tools, including wire termination equipment.
• Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook.

Company Description

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.