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Northwestel is actively seeking an enthusiastic IT Technician to provide 1st and 2nd level technical support for internal customers. As a IT Technician, you will report to the IT Operations Manager. You will have the opportunity to analyze, troubleshoot, resolve and maintain hardware/software and basic network support issues.

Employment Equity

Northwestel values diversity in the workplace and is committed to the goals of Employment Equity. We strive to achieve a skilled workforce that is representative of the population we serve, and as a Northern company, we are committed to the employment and career development of our Indigenous peoples. If you are an Indigenous person, a woman, a person with a disability, or a visible minority please indicate so when you are completing the pre-screen questions as you apply to receive hiring preference.

Specific Accountabilities

• Provide 1st level support via phone or remote control for internal customers by logging problems/requests/issues and where possible providing assistance on a variety of hardware and software problems including operating system support, peripheral devices (printers, monitors, PC’s, etc.), communication problems, application support and system access problems.
• Provide 2nd level technical desktop support for internal customers on a variety of hardware and software problems including operating system support, communication problems, application support and system access problems.
• Work with end-users in analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving hardware/software and basic network support issues.
• Perform centralized network administration duties such as setting up new Network/email accounts, password resets and changing access levels in various applications.
• Perform installation, testing and maintenance of desktop/laptop hardware and associated software components.
• Re-image computers, perform data migrations and restorations, and conduct remote problem solving
• Perform in-house desktop/laptop repairs for equipment not under warranty, and initiate service from maintenance vendor if not repairable in-house
• Provide technical input into desktop architecture and infrastructure planning as a member of the planning team.
• Utilize 2nd and 3rd level support when necessary to resolve incidents and re establish normal customer service within service level parameters.
• Troubleshoot customer reported incident and initiate corrective action by walking user through solution or remote control of user’s desktop computer.
• Uses appropriate communication skills and questioning techniques to assess customer needs in a timely manner.
• Performs analysis concerning incident reports, identifying potential common source patterns to identify problems or major incidents.
• Maintain and document system procedures and processes.
• Provide follow-up client contact to ensure satisfactory resolution of service requests and to solicit input concerning need for support services.
• Analyze and research technical solutions to customer problems and maintain, and document system procedures and processes.
• Monitor incidents for escalation, ability to escalate to management of incidents not being action in a timely way.
• Communicate outages (planned or unplanned), major changes to key stakeholders.
• Ensure quality of the incident record prior to resolving the incident.
• Be available and willing to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime (on Standby as per LOU or via Call out), including Saturdays and Sundays as required.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• 2 year IT related diploma/certificate or one of the following certifications (A+, MCDST, MCITP, MCTS, MCSA, MOS, MTA, MCSE).
• 2-3 years experience in IS/IT support preferably in Service Desk, Helpdesk or Desktop environment dealing with hardware & software issues.
• Must be able to demonstrate qualifications by passing an exam with a grade of 70% or better.
• Excellent working knowledge of:
• Windows client operating systems (Windows 10), Active Directory, LAN desk, Microsoft Outlook and TCP/IP protocols.
• Desktop application software, including Office 365, Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Firefox, VMware and Database clients.
• Must be able to follow process and management directives.
• Must have excellent English oral, comprehension and written communication skills and ability to convert technical terms into everyday language to ensure understanding.
• Very detailed and team oriented individual with excellent customer service, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and handle frustrated clients.
• Must be able to multitask in order to reprioritize tasks quickly and deal with constant interruptions while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Experience using an incident tracking system an asset.
• Customer service or Service desk certification training an asset.
• Knowledge of ITIL Foundations or equivalent experience an asset.
• The ability to lift/carry/move weights up to 50lbs.
• As part of the recruitment process for this position, candidates may be required to take pre-employment tests and/or complete work simulation exercise to assess job fit.

As a safety conscious COR™ Certified organization, we have an established and comprehensive safety program. We expect all employees to participate in our organizational health and safety programs, adhering to all safe work procedures focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

MCSE

A+

MCSA