Technician Support Specialist

• Provide onsite technical support focusing primarily on end-user devices (computers, printers, tablets, cellphones, radios, CISCO phones, video walls, conference rooms, etc.) and specialized systems M-F.
• Provide onsite technology support for the existing Control Centers.
• Collaborate with other TO personnel to provide support, including after-hours as needed, for storm-related and critical 24/7 business operations.
• Manage implementation of OS and system patches/updates to minimize impact on operations.
• Provide consulting, including technology needs assessments, potential solutions, and automation opportunities.
• Work with the business and other TO departments for incident and problem resolution.
• Identify opportunities to educate business partners on leveraging the use of technology more effectively.
• Build relationships with key business partners and act as a liaison between the business and TO.
• Partner with TO End User Analysts, TO Planning Analysts, Application Portfolio teams, and other TO groups to form a dedicated support team.
• Provide technical support and consulting for employees at all levels, including executives.
• Aptitude to become a SME (Subject Matter Expert) for related technology tools and applications.

Hardware, Help desk, nexthink, Customer service, Technical support

Hardware,Help desk,nexthink,Customer service,Technical support

• Proficient technical knowledge of office computing environments, including PC hardware, Microsoft Windows 11, Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint), and their relevance in solving business problems.
• Ability to build strong relationships with business partners, vendors, and other TO organizations. Developed effective working relationships with all levels of employees.
• Customer service focused, able to meet commitments and deadlines. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of existing and emerging information technologies.
• Ability to coordinate work across TO functions and share best practices within Southern Company for consistent TO operations.
• Understanding the business of partners and their local technical environment.
• Ability to manage small, local projects applying technology to business problems.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Experience with PC hardware repair. Duties may include stooping, kneeling, crawling, and reaching to install/check computer installations and cabling. Ability to lift and move computer equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Minimum of 3 years related experience in technology hardware/software deployment, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Working knowledge of electric utility industry is a plus.

This is a Contract position based out of Gulfport, MS.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Gulfport,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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