Job Title: Configuration Technician
Location: 2540 Galvin Drive, Elgin, IL - 60124
Duration: 6 to 12 months with possible extension based on performance and business needs.
Interview: 1 hour onsite interview
Position Overview
Our client is seeking a Configuration Technician to support staging operations for field deployments. This individual will configure, test, troubleshoot, and ship sophisticated telecommunications equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience setting up and configuring Windows computers, servers, and networking devices while working in a fast-paced team environment.
Candidates with 1 to 3 years of experience are preferred; however, candidates with less experience who possess a technical degree or certification will also be considered.
Responsibilities
- Configure, test, troubleshoot, and ship sophisticated telecommunications equipment.
- Set up and configure Windows computers, servers, switches, firewalls, and networking devices.
- Read and follow build and configuration documentation.
- Enter and maintain required data accurately.
- Support staging operations for field deployments.
- Communicate effectively with team members and leadership.
- Follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.
- Maintain a quality and safety-focused mindset while performing assigned duties.
- Rotate between various positions within the organization based on business needs.
Required Qualifications
- Basic to moderate Windows and Google computer skills.
- Ability to read, understand, and execute build and configuration documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
- Quick learner with the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Good attendance record.
- Ability to work 40+ hours per week, including overtime and weekend work as needed.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for 8 hours or more during scheduled shifts.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently.
- Must wear steel-toed shoes.
- 1 to 3 years of related experience.
- Technical degree or certification.
- Experience with networking equipment.
- Experience with Cisco and HP networking equipment is a plus.
- Scripting knowledge.
- Basic debugging of automation scripts is a plus.
Main Responsibilities
- Staging and Configuring Servers / Switches / Firewalls
- Programming and Debugging Scripts to enable Staging Operations is a huge plus if an FT position becomes available.
- Communicating and working cohesively with the Development Organization
- Debugging Issues related to Sales Order and helping rectify them
Key Contributions
What are the top three contributions this new hire will make to the company within their first 90 or 120 days?
- Train to stage Servers / Workstations and Switches
- Develop working relationships with the team and Development Organization
- Communication to the Team Lead and Management on day-to-day progress
Must-Have Qualifications
- Technically proficient in basic computer skills
- Experience with Networking Equipment
- Cisco and HP experience is a plus
Software Proficiency
- Scripting knowledge
- Basic debugging of automation scripts is a plus
Work Environment: Working in Factory environment
Lifting Requirements: At certain occasions may have to lift around 15 to 20 pounds
Safety Equipment: Must wear steel-toed shoes.
Safety-Sensitive Functions: Yes. Full drug panel drug test is required.
Onsite Interview Instructions: Candidate contact information must be provided in advance to allow entry via security. Candidate must present a valid driver's license or state-issued ID. Entry is available through Door 3 or Door 10. Parking is available in front of either entrance.
Training Period: Approximately 2 to 4 weeks before the resource is expected to work independently.
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