IT Technician - Digital Learning at UT - UTK bei UT Health Science Center BU
UT Health Science Center BU · Knoxville, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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Digital Learning (DL) invites applications for an IT Technician (Full-time, Non-exempt) in the Technology Innovation department. This position will aid in maintaining the operational integrity of the information technology (IT) end user computer equipment and resources in the Digital Learning Building.
The work includes, but is not limited to, workstation setup, device configuration, modifying, updating, maintaining and troubleshooting, of computers, peripheral devices, software and varied equipment. Support will require intermediate problem-solving ability to review, triage, and resolve issues in a timely manner, escalating as needed.
We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic IT Technician who blends technical acumen and interpersonal soft skills to provide welcoming support in a dynamic educational environment.
Our ideal candidate demonstrates technical expertise, while exhibiting a caring user-first mindset when supporting DL across a variety of mediums including chat, calls, tickets email and remote access.
Responsibilities
Device Management, Support & Coordination
- Acts as initial DL touch-point for internal IT support requests and questions.
- Provides installation and technical IT support for a variety of software, including but not limited to, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365 apps including Microsoft Office for Windows and Mac, Slack and other common office applications.
- Installs user workstations and supports common office devices including printers, collaboration room AV equipment, printers, displays, webcams, docks and peripherals.
- Coordinates with supervisor and OIT who preform device imaging and commissioning
- Completes basic final device setup and updates before hand-off to end user.
- Researches questions and/or problems and finds solutions for applications.
- Communicates with supervisor and other IT professionals regarding more complex issues
- Updates, tracks, monitors, and closes tickets assigned to the individual and team.
- Communicates university policy with end-users.
Knowledge sharing & Teamwork
- With supervision, aids in documentation of newly purchased IT equipment, and updates documentation as equipment is disseminated to and returned from users.
- Aids in creation of internal Knowledge Articles and instructional guides to common or reoccurring technical problems.
- Stays up to date with IT industry developments and trends
- Serves as an example to other employees by modeling an encouraging, positive, and productive attitude.
- Works with other team members on group projects and works independently with minimal oversight.
- Serves as a mentor and aids student assistants.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma
- Experience:
- 2 years of experience in IT customer support, including internships and student assistants.
- CompTIA A+ or Google IT Support Professional Certificate required (or obtainable within 6 months of employment).
- Familiarity with Learning Management System platforms (e.g., Canvas) and multimedia integration in online courses.
- Experience designing for both digital and print communication (e.g., newsletters, reports, social media assets).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Working technical knowledge of personal computers, Windows or Mac operating systems, web browser troubleshooting, and other software applications
- Knowledge of computer networking and DNS/DHCP
- Knowledge of MS Office products for Windows or Mac
- Knowledge of e-mail clients is required.
- Strong customer service skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a diverse group of users; excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, time-management, and team-building skills
- Demonstrated experience writing and following technical documentation
- Ability to lead and participate in group discussions
- Ability to coordinate and maintain a variety of projects with a significant degree of independence
- Possess strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify relationships when solving problems
- Work independently, volunteer and take ownership of problems and projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: Associate’s Degree or Technical Degree
- Experience:
Work Location
- Knoxville, TN
Compensation and Benefits
- Hiring Range: $42,000-46,000 dependent on experience
- UT market range: MR 07
- Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here
- Find more information on UT Benefits here
Application Instructions
- For full consideration, applicants must attach a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, email, and phone number of three professional references, in addition to completing the applicant file to the Human Resources online application system, DASH. This position does have the potential for a hybrid working capacity.
- Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. DL_UT
