Systems Technician

Skidmore College is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic candidate to join the Technical Services team within the Information Technology Department as Systems Technician. The successful candidate will work with all members of the Technical Services team, under direction of the Director of Infrastructure. Primary duties will include support/maintenance of the card access environment (including point of sale), with additional duties supporting the network and phone systems.

Responsibilities include:

• Configuring, supporting and maintaining card access hardware and software (40%)
• Configuring, supporting and maintaining point of sale devices (25%)
• Configuring, supporting and maintaining wired and wireless networks (25%)
• Assisting in support of phone system and related hardware/software (10%)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree in a related field or 2+ years of experience in a technical position
• Strong technical knowledge of computers and peripherals
• Familiarity with wired/wireless networks
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment
• Time management skills and the ability to multitask
• Must be flexible. Occasional after-hours support is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data or electrical wiring
• Experience supporting POS systems
• Experience supporting wired/wireless networks
• Experience with Windows server operating systems
• Good written and verbal communication, with an emphasis on customer service

Documents required to apply:

• On-line application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of Three References

Pay Range: $24.00-$26.00/hour

EEO STATEMENT

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

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