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Field Tech (Desk Side) Support Analyst @Atlanta,GA (Onsite)

*Must have an active A+ Certification

*Must be open to 1099 contracts (NO W2/C2C)

*Must be local to Metro Atlanta Area


Scope of Work/Key Responsibilities:

Adhere to established standard operating procedures and service level agreements through the following:

  • Maintain exceptional customer service posture at ALL TIMES.
  • Build strong relationships with the school administration team, including but not limited to the Principal, Assistant Principal, Main Office staff, business managers and media specialists
  • Arrive at the school no less than 30 minutes prior to first bell
  • Monitor assigned support tickets for assigned locations; troubleshoot and resolve issues reported
  • Escalate complex issues to the senior technician for the assigned cluster as first point of contact
  • Support a teaming environment with field support technicians at other schools within your assigned cluster and beyond
  • Perform support activities including but not limited to:
  • Proactively check the status of computer labs & media center computers on a daily basis
  • Maintain and update Chrome carts for student use
  • Checking Interactive Whiteboards (and Projectors) to ensure that they are functional.
  • Ensure “test readiness” for standardized tests through updating carts and lab equipment
  • Troubleshoot and/or replace Kronos hardware
  • Maintain and troubleshoot location Marquee signs
  • Troubleshoot and resolve minor wireless and network issues
  • Install OS updates and patches on Apple and Windows based PC devices
  • Install and configure printing devices.
  • Maintain accurate asset assignment in Nimbus
  • Track hardware inventory through Gigatrak system
  • Maintain work areas and work spaces, including MDF/IDF closets
  • Coordinate removal of obsolete equipment as required
  • Support printers and printing devices
  • Serve as first point of contact for Media Center Specialists/Technical Liaisons for one-to-one student devices as needed
  • Meet with onsite vendors as required to support L3 teams
  • Assist with deployment of new equipment
  • Check monitoring tools for any school outages (wireless AP, switches, kronos clocks)
  • Provide support for IT projects and AV events in the assigned schools
  • Document all work performed (and steps to resolve issues) at all times within ticketing system for audit or knowledgebase purposes
  • Record and submit checklists or other documentation as required for upward reporting and accountability
  • Attend mandatory monthly professional development meetings
  • Retrieve parts or other items needed to resolve issues from the APS IT Warehouse


Skills and Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of work experience minimum
  • A+ Certification
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in understanding network infrastructure and wireless support
  • Prior experience with desk side support is a MUST
  • Microsoft Windows certification is a plus
  • ITIL experience/certification is a plus
  • Must have clean criminal record with the ability to pass fingerprint background check
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Must hold a valid driver's license and dependable personal vehicle


Best Regards.


Sara RG,

DRS IT Solutions, Inc

28175 Haggerty Road,

Novi, MI 48377

(C) 248-440-7600 EXT -4

sara@drsitsolutions.com

Interested?

Applications are handled on LinkedIn. You can also send your résumé straight to kumar@drsitsolutions.com if you would rather not apply there.