Student IT Support Technician - 33101BR
KU Information Technology · Topeka Metropolitan Area · 2 wk ago
Information Technology$15/hrTemporary
Student IT Support Technician position providing technical support for end users at the Edwards Campus in Overland Park, Kansas. Work location is on-site; schedule is negotiable based on availability outside classes.
About the role
- 30% – Provide support to campus support staff when requested
- 20% – Install, upgrade, image, and configure computer hardware and software
- 20% – Troubleshoot hardware and software issues
- 10% – Maintain accurate hardware inventory
- 10% – Provide basic technical support via phone, email, chat, or in person
- 5% – Create and update support tickets in ticket management system
- 5% – Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Can work a minimum of 12 hours per week
- Experience using or managing Windows, Mac, and/or Linux operating systems
- Experience troubleshooting computer hardware and software issues
- Experience working in a customer service centric environment
- Excellent communication skills
- During the semester, must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods, must meet one of the following:
- Enrolled in no fewer than 6 hours in the past spring semester
- Pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no fewer than 6 hours
- Enrolled in summer session
- Admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation
- Not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved
- Cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position concurrently
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous professional experience supporting/troubleshooting computer hardware and software
- Experience using or managing Dell computer hardware
- Experience using or managing multi-function devices (print/fax/scan)
- Experience using a ticketing system (ServiceNow, Remedy, etc.)
- Experience using a configuration management solution (Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager)
- Experience supporting AV technology in a classroom or event environment
- Knowledge of LAN/WAN principles and protocols
- Experience creating technical documentation
- Availability to work over academic, holiday, and summer breaks
- Eligible for Federal Work Study
Pay
$15.00 per hour
Schedule
Office support hours vary by day between 8:00 AM and 10:30 PM. Anticipated start date is Monday, July 6, 2026.