Tecknomic is searching for IT Support Technician professionals for upcoming long-term projects with the Baltimore County Public School System (BCPSS). These are full-time, onsite positions in Baltimore with Tecknomic and the project is with BCPSS. This role is expected to become available in about mid-December.
Please note that candidates will need to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination, if offered the role.
Deadline to submit your application: December 2nd, 2024
Hours and Location
- Work location will be at multiple schools/locations within Baltimore County.
- Travel is a part of this position’s duties.
- BCPS does not pay mileage for contractor positions.
- No holiday pay or school closing pay will be paid.
Interview
- Interviews will be held in person.
Employee Requirements
- All candidates must present a fingerprint card indicating they passed their background check.
- Must be able to work onsite and travel between multiple locations (up to 1.5 hours)
- Duration of the assignment is a minimum of 6 months but could be indefinite.
The ideal candidate must possess the following:
Responsibilities:
- Communicate effectively with all levels of customers including administrators, staff, students and vendors
- Installs and supports new devices along with accompanying software (these devices can include computers, tablets, projectors, document cameras as examples)
- Coordinates the repair of student and teacher laptop computers including performing diagnostic repair procedures
- Installs and configures supported device operating systems
- Performs routine diagnostics and maintenance with multiple operating systems
- Installs and configures applications and other supported software packages
- Tests new releases for supported systems
- Performs network support and troubleshooting duties
- Provides consultation and/or training to teachers, staff and students on the operation of technology equipment and software packages
- Troubleshoots hardware and software issues
- Assists teachers with resolving device related problems
- Integrates knowledge and skills from a range of technologies to address work assignments and problems of moderate complexity
- Coordinates with vendors when necessary
- Participates as team member on small and/or large projects
- Records activities in the work order system
- Updates/Creates internal supported system documentation
Required Skills:
- Associates Degree in a related technology area
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience installing, upgrading, troubleshooting and maintaining device software
- Knowledge of Windows and Apple hardware and software platforms
- Ability to perform technical tasks with minimal supervision
- Must be able to follow oral and written directions
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
- Must have own transportation and valid driver's license (Required license must be maintained throughout employment in this position)
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and climb a ladder
Desired Skills:
- Possess certifications such as CompTIA, A+ certification, HP Certification, other hardware vendor specific certifications.