IT Support Technician

Role Overview & Responsibilities

As an IT Support Technician you will be joining one of the largest distributor of chilled foods throughout Ireland. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring systems are maintained and supported to the highest standards. Must be able to perform troubleshooting to resolve IT issues and ensure all support calls and requests are dealt with appropriately and in accordance with defined policies and procedures.

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This is a great opportunity to join us as we embark on the journey to improve and modernise existing systems by utilising industry leading Sales, Distribution and Logistics technologies.

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<b>KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:</b><br>

• Serving as the first point of contact for IT support within the multi-site organisation.

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• Process support calls and promote use of Helpdesk.

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• Prioritising and managing several open tickets and mini projects at one time

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• Direct unresolved issues to the next level of support personnel.

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• Supporting people whenever they encounter challenges with technical equipment and network devices.

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• Knowledge sharing to enable end users to understand how and why certain issues have evolved – especially when users can help themselves or avoid repeat support requests.

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• Investigating, diagnosing and solving software and hardware issues.

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• Document technical knowledge in the form of notes and manuals.

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• Ensure the organisation’s hardware and software is adequately maintained

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• Repairing equipment and replacing parts

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• Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers and scanners.

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• Planning and undertaking scheduled maintenance upgrades

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• Identify and suggest possible improvements on procedures.

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• Setting up accounts for staff, ensuring appropriate access rights are assigned to both systems, facilities and security systems.

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• Ensure users receive introductory system training while promoting best practice.

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• Assign and manage Office 365 user software licences

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• Ensure mobile communication sims and smartphones are managed, maintained and comply with security policies.

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• Maintain phone system, voicemail and cordless handsets.

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• Managing stocks of equipment, consumables and other supplies.

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• Create and maintain ODBC Reports.

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• Ensure the reliable transmission of EDI.

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• To assist the IT Manager with implementing the IT strategy.

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• Carry out weekly fire alarm testing throughout the premises.

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We are an Equal Opportunities Employer