Summary Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies?
Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we've been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina ... and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Description Position Purpose: Under immediate supervision, operates, monitors, and troubleshoots computing platforms, systems, and peripheral equipment following established computer procedures on assigned shift. Reviews and follows all procedures and documentation in performing associated job duties. Works with I/S groups to ensure service objectives are met.
This is an onsite position, 5 days a week. Seeking candidates local to Columbia, SC.This is a day shift position that is from 5:45 am - 6:15 pm.This position will work 12-hour rotating shifts including weekends and holidays. Rotates every 4 weeks.What You Will Do: - Monitors/observes and troubleshoots multi-technology computing platforms including midrange, mainframe, and/or servers. Ensures stable operating environment and attains maximum utilization of system facilities and resources.
- Operates/monitors console systems and interacts with appropriate peripheral equipment such as printers, disk drives, tape technologies, and image technologies, for routine, regularly processed workloads.
- Assists programmers and systems analysts in running non-routine workloads that are used for testing, quality development, and production.
- Locates/monitors/mounts physical/virtual tapes and optical platters in the tape libraries. Rotates backup tape files to the vault.
To Qualify For This Position, You Will Need: Required Education: - High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Skills and Abilities: - Effective analytical, organizational, communications (verbal and written), and customer service skills.
- Work requires ability to operate a computer.
Required Software and Other Tools: - Knowledge of console systems, peripheral equipment, computing platforms. Microsoft Office.
We Prefer That You Have: Preferred Work Experience: - 1 year of IT related work experience.
Preferred Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of departmental operations, systems and equipment in the department.
- Ability to troubleshoot and restore routine technical service and peripheral equipment.
- Ability to perform system backup process and disaster recovery tests.
- Ability to load tapes, optical media, and paper as needed. Knowledge of JCL.
- Ability to interact with various technologies.
Preferred Software and Other Tools: - INFORM, JHS (Job History System), ZEKE Scheduler, Z/OS, SAMS, AS400, CONMON.
- Knowledge of console systems, peripheral equipment, computing platforms.
Work Environment: Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer. May be required to transport or move materials up to 50 pounds during normal work functions.
What We Can Do for You: We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage
Life insurance
Paid annual leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn
Nine paid holidays
On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
Tuition assistance
Service recognition
What to Expect Next:After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.
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