Join the Schaedler Yesco Distribution Team!Why You’ll Love Schaedler Yesco Distribution:

At Schaedler Yesco Distribution, we’ve been illuminating the electrical industry since 1924! As a family- and employee-owned company, we take pride in providing innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. With 29 locations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York, we provide comprehensive solutions in lighting, datacomm, automation, and industrial services.

What Sets Us Apart Are Our Core Values

Commitment to Integrity
Teamwork
Accountability
Profitability

Where we work hard and go home happy!

Electrifying Benefits

Health Coverage: Choose from 2 PPO options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX—coverage kicks in just 60 days after the 1st of the month!
401K with company match.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA).
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Become a stakeholder in our success!
Quarterly bonuses.
Company-paid disability and life insurance.
Generous paid holidays and paid time off accruing.
Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

Summary/ Objective

The IT Support Specialist will provide first-line technical support to users and resolve their IT-related issues. This includes diagnosing and resolving common hardware and software problems, providing training and support on new technologies, and troubleshooting basic network problems in a timely and efficient manner. The IT Support Technician will also collaborate with other members of the IT Team to escalate and solve more complex issues.

Essential Functions

Respond to user requests via phone, email, chat, or in-person, addressing incoming technical issues, troubleshooting problems, and providing solutions to software, hardware, and networking issues.
Respond to IT support requests via IT Service Management system and logging issues/resolutions properly.
Monitor queue of ITSM system to properly prioritize requests.
Install, update, maintain, set up, and configure workstations, laptops, mobile devices, and software applications in accordance with departments standards.
Educate and guide employees on IT best practices, solutions, tools, and platforms, assisting them in understanding and making the best use of IT resources, providing guidance and informal training.
Perform routine maintenance on IT equipment.
Create and maintain custom images for desktop/laptop deployment.
Perform basic functions in Active Directory/Microsoft Entra (Azure)
Collaborate within the IT department and assist with tasks as assigned.
Assist with IT projects as needed.
Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge base guides.
Gather end-user feedback to identify problem areas for improvement.
Continuously learn about new technology, trends, tools, and applications.

Competencies

Demonstrate proficiency in relevant technologies and systems.
Proven experience in an IT Support or technician role.
Proven knowledge of computer systems, networks, and software applications.
Experience with MS Office Suite.
Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Azure.
Ability to problem solve and think critically.
Attention to detail.
Good Communication skills.
Good Project management skills.
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
Positive attitude and patience with users.
Occasionally will need to assist with configuration and maintenance on evening or weekends so disruption to operations is minimal.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position is not a supervisory role and does not have any direct reports.

Work Environment

This job operates primarily in an office setting with the balance of the time split between visiting branches/warehouses and attending meetings. This position requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, internet, smart phones, and photocopiers.

Mental Demands

Able to gather information, use logic to analyze information and adapt well in a fast-paced environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to learn, grow, and adapt to change.
Ability and willingness to work collaboratively.
Self-motivated with strong problem-solving ability.
Willingness to give and receive constructive criticism.
Ability to analyze workload and establish priorities with time sensitive deadlines.
Ability to make sound decisions and see buy-in from others.

Physical Demands

the ability to stand, walk for moderately long distances, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) weight up to 50lbs.
Ability to use a keyboard and type proficiently.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

Some overnight travel is required, and the employee can reasonably expect on average 15-20% overnight travel to meet the demands of the position.

Certifications

Technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Network +, Microsoft) are a plus, but not required.

Education And Experience

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar preferred.
1-2 years of experience in an IT Support or similar role preferred but not required.
Displayed aptitude and willingness to learn.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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