IT Computer Lab Apprentice

About the role

The Apprentice assists in providing a high level of technical support for their assigned business unit. This includes understanding and documenting the business processes, reporting and analysis of data, working on projects, improving business processes using available tools, and more.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Assists the department he or she is assigned to with technical issues.
• Works on tasks as assigned by leadership.
• Assists their team in streamlining business processes using new or current technology.
• Documents business processes, reviews inefficiencies, and makes recommendations for improvement to supervisor.
• Learns University systems and data sets in order to accurately extract information from those systems.
• Adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary and professional manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ.

Qualifications And Credentials

• Education and Experience: Working on a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred.
• IT Computer Labs Apprentice: Minimum Qualifications: Basic knowledge of computer trouble shooting with experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office software and standard office technologies, strong attention to accuracy and detail, willingness and ability to provide consistent and exceptional customer service, promptness and reliability to follow scheduled hours, willingness to protect the integrity of Liberty’s IT systems and follow necessary security policies.
• Preferred Qualifications: Previous knowledge and experience in troubleshooting and repairing hardware and software issues, networks, and software issues, experience working in computer labs or similar environments, experience with Mac and Linux systems, experience with basic scripting (e.g., Power Shell, batch files).

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES

• Communication and Comprehension: Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing English to support professional correspondence and collaboration, strong interpersonal and public communication skills to represent Liberty University in a professional manner, strong organizational skills.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to assess situations, evaluate information, and solve both routine and complex problems using sound judgment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work Environment: On-Camps / Hybrid / Remote (depending on the team)
• Driving Requirements: If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position.

PAY RANGE

$12.77 - $19.23

Benefits

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.