Hardware Technician Columbia,MD Job Columbia area,Maryland USA,IT/Tech

Position: Hardware Technician 1 at Orion Consortium Columbia, MD

Hardware Technician 1 job at Orion Consortium. Columbia, MD.

DESCRIPTION

The Hardware Technician provides Tier 2 and 3 on-site and remote supports for computer workstations, servers, printers, peripherals, and teleconferencing equipment. Conducts sites surveys; assesses and documents current site configuration and user requirements. Analyzes existing requirements and prepares specifications for hardware acquisitions. Develops hardware installation schedules. Prepares drawings documenting configuration changes at each site. Prepares site installation and test reports. Trains site personnel in proper use of hardware.

Builds specialized interconnecting cables.

Troubleshoot, repair, and test computer workstations, servers, printers, peripherals, and teleconferencing equipment

Install and configure computer workstations, servers, printers, peripherals, and teleconferencing equipment and associated cabling

Maintain government and/or vendor-manufactured fiber optic modems, multiplexer, fiber optic/Ethernet cables & telephone systems

Follow standard operating procedures for the Connectivity Operations Team, including the use of ticketing systems and documentation

Support network upgrade projects or initiatives

Support end-user connectivity needs

REQUIREMENTS

Required Skills, Experience, and

Education:

High school/GED and zero (0) to two (2) years of experience AND 8570 Certification. Preferred Security +. Will accept an AA or BS in a technical field as a substitute for years of experience.

Must have one of the following 8570 certifications: A+ CE, NET+ or Sec+

Highly skilled in installing, repairing and troubleshooting computer hardware and peripherals. Well-versed in installing windows, software, applications, antivirus and patches

Demonstrated ability to read and understand technical manuals and schematics

Expertise in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)

Able to manage time and priorities effectively

Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision

Proficient in working with end-users remotely

Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Windows 7 and 10

Familiar with Active Directory security and policies

Excellent analytical and problem solving skills

Outstanding communication skills to relate with team members and support workers

Must to be able to lift 50lbs.

Must be able to rive company vehicle.

Must be available to work some 8 hour shift between the hours of 6am-6pm, as determined by management.

Required Clearance: Candidate must have a TS/SCI polygraph clearance

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