IT Support Technician - Entry Level
About the role
New Horizon Community Care (NHCC) is seeking an entry-level IT Support Technician to provide technical assistance to employees, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and support day-to-day IT operations. The position is primarily office-based with occasional need for on-site or remote support. Interacting with users through phone, email, chat, and in-person, and collaborating with IT team members and vendors are key responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical assistance to employees, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and support day-to-day IT operations.
- Interact with users through multiple channels (phone, email, chat, in-person).
- Collaborate with IT team members and vendors.
- Occasionally require flexible hours or on-call support.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of Windows operating systems and general computer operations.
- Ability to troubleshoot common hardware, software, and user issues.
- Basic computer hardware troubleshooting and repair skills, including desktops, laptops, monitors, printers, and other peripherals.
- Familiarity with IT ticketing/help desk systems for tracking, documenting, and resolving support requests.
- Basic understanding of networking concepts, including Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPNs.
- Basic understanding of user accounts, passwords, permissions, and access management.
- Able to install, configure, update, and maintain computer hardware and software.
- Able to accurately document technical issues, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions.
- Able to prioritize multiple support requests and manage time effectively.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and services.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Azure and cloud-based services.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Intune and Mobile Device Management (MDM) concepts.
Preferred Skills
- CompTIA A+ or similar IT certification.
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory).
- Understanding or familiarity with an MDM platform, such as Microsoft Intune.
- Previous internship, school, lab, or work experience providing technical support.
- Experience imaging, configuring, deploying, or setting up computers and mobile devices.
- Additional knowledge of networking, hardware, or other IT systems is a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Valid non-restricted AZ Driver's License.
- Valid non-restrictive Level 1 AZDPS Fingerprint Clearance Card (or willing to obtain).
- A high school diploma or a high school equivalency diploma.
- Relevant experience with IT Systems.
- Basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems (e.g., Windows, Google Suites), software applications, and networking concepts.
- Ability to analyze and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Clear verbal and written communication to explain technical information to non-technical users.
- Strong interpersonal skills with patience and professionalism in user interactions.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, track issues, and follow up thoroughly.
- Willingness to learn new technologies and adjust to evolving IT needs.
Pay & Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23–$27/hr based on education and experience in the behavioral health field. Benefits include:
- 100% company-paid medical insurance after 30 days (effective first of the following month).
- Dental & Vision Insurance.
- Company-paid Disability & Life Insurance.
- PTO, Paid Holidays.
- 403(b) with match.
- Tuition Assistance & Licensure Reimbursement.
- Discounted daycare (Tempe).
- Pet Assistance.
- PSLF-qualifying employer.
- Access to company fleet vehicles.
Note: All positions at NHCC are safety-sensitive as defined in ARS 23-439. The company strictly prohibits the use, sale, manufacture, distribution, or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances, medical marijuana, or drug paraphernalia on company premises, company-owned vehicles, or personal vehicles used for company business or parked on company property. NHCC is a drug-free workplace with zero tolerance for violations.