IT Technician

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Summary

This position provides desk-side computer support including hardware and software assistance to end users.

Location

This position is located in our Philadelphia office.

Responsibilities

• Installs standard software on firm computers.
• Provides technology support and service to employees and clients (onsite and remote).
• Installation imaging and setup of hardware to include desktops laptops and printers.
• Coordinate with Vendors for repairs and support.
• Set-up and support of firm & personally owned mobile devices.
• Resolves service issues including troubleshooting and repairing network connectivity issues hard drive and display failures and printer problems. Provides alternate loaner equipment to ensure minimum disruption of work time.
• Completes assigned firm-wide equipment upgrades. Schedules time with employee to collect old equipment re-configure and replace with new equipment.
• Participates in firm-wide roll-outs by providing pre- and post-migration support.
• Maintains inventory of hardware devices such as laptops desktops monitors and mobile devices.
• Handles onboarding and offboarding of employees including training on appropriate use of hardware and software including MFA and remote access. Reconfiguring equipment upon allocation or return.
• Monitors ticket queue. Documents problem resolution and works to ensure appropriate knowledge transfer to other technicians and responds to user communications for support requests.
• Provides after-hours support during on-call rotation. Travels to the office during late or weekend hours as needed.
• Flexibility to work overtime including nights and weekends as needed. Serves as essential personnel during emergencies and/or inclement weather.
• Sets up meetings regularly as per firm standards which includes arranging virtual meetings loaner equipment and network connections for presentations. Sets up and supports complex meetings. Supports firm-sponsored events both onsite and at remote locations.
• Assists Level 3 teams on specialized projects when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills

• Must have experience and/or knowledge of MS Windows Office device configuration troubleshooting OS configuration network printing and the installation of hardware and software.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must be self-motivated detail-oriented and be able to work quickly and accurately.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to build relationships with business professionals.

Minimum Education

• High School or GED.

Certifications

• CompTIA A Network certificate preferred.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 2 years experience providing support to end users troubleshooting hardware/software issues and installing PC and peripheral equipment.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients lawyers business professionals and third parties;
• Produce deliverables answer phone calls and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
• Provide timely accurate and quality work product;
• Successfully meet deadlines expectations and perform work duties as required;
• Foster positive work relationships;
• Comply with all firm policies and practices;
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
• Perform all other duties tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

• Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment-The firms work location requirements may be modified at the firms discretion

• In-office presence required

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties requirements and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firms discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process: Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process please contact

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firms expected hiring range for this position is $35.09 - $45.62 per hour depending on the candidates geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidates experience skills educational and professional background and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).

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