IT Customer Solutions Technician

Job Summary

Temporary for 23 months.

We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and instructions on how to use this method if your interview is being held virtually.

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IT Services is currently looking for an IT Customer Solutions Technician to join our team, operating within our education environment. Our team places a strong emphasis on prioritising customers at the core of our operations. As the point of contact for technical support, your main responsibilities will involve resolving technical issues and providing an exceptional IT customer experience. If you enjoy working with people and have a passion and experience in technology, this role is well-suited for you. You should have technical proficiency with endpoint devices, a good understanding of operating systems, and previous experience with application installations. Additionally, you should be keen to acquire new technical skills and fully engage in the council’s technology journey. Here's what you'll be responsible for: Identifying and providing solutions to common issues related to customer technology products, employing creative problem-solving techniques as part of our customer journey. Maintaining detailed and accurate customer notes in the ITSM system. Conducting diagnostic repairs on various technologies, such as smartphones, laptops and desktops, Building, configuring, and installing endpoints for customers. Participating in the development and testing of new programs and projects. Experience: Experience in a customer service setting, technical support, and/or consumer electronics, Knowledge of support processes and devices (laptops, cell phones, tablets, etc.) Strong Transcription & web navigation skills while providing quality phone support, Flexible thinker capable of grasping new technology, processes and procedures quickly ,Ability to create and follow technical documentation, Adaptable to change.

For more details see the attached Role Profile below.

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Staff Values & Behaviours

North Ayrshire Council uses behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.

Further information on our Staff Values and how to complete behaviour based application form questions is available on the Council’s website.

Additional Information

References

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Basic Disclosure

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a Basic Disclosure check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council. Please note: Successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the Basic Disclosure Check of £25 which will be deducted from your wages following the commencement of employment. For further information on the Disclosure Scheme please visit https://www.mygov.scot/organisations/disclosure-scotland/. For further details on North Ayrshire Council’s policy please visit http://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk/resident/jobs-and-training/pre-employment-checks.aspx.

Our Workstyles

As an employer of choice, North Ayrshire Council has identified four different Workstyles. Each post in the council has been allocated one of these styles:

Agile – 100% of time spent working agile (flexibly) and interacting with others. Able to work at home, office or multiple locations. May be required to attend office on set days/rota basis as the role requires.

This post has been allocated the workstyle: Agile

More information on our workstyles can be found in our HR Guide: Workstyles. If you have any questions on the allocated Workstyle for this post, please ask at interview.