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IT Field Technician - Team Lead

skokie, IL

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Job description

Base Salary: $49,000–$56,000 annually

Expected Total Annual Compensation: $53,500–$73,000

Total annual compensation includes base salary plus additional earning opportunities through travel and project-based incentives. Actual earnings will vary based on travel activity and projects completed throughout the year.

As an IT Field Team Lead, you will be leading small teams of field technicians and coordinating resources for client onboardings nationwide. In addition to this, you will be tackling complex technical challenges such as network stack installation, configurations, and migrations.

This is a travel-heavy role with consistent multi-day trips. We provide all planning and cover accommodation and travel expenses for overnight travel.

Job Responsibilities

Work as part of a results-driven team to ensure daily success and client satisfaction

Handle, install, and maintain the diverse range of equipment we provide to clients: computers, laptops, kiosks, thin clients, and chrome devices

Mentor and coach junior technicians and contribute to their skill development

Lead and manage a team of field technicians through delegation and team coordination

Effectively identify and set work priorities adapting to the project needs

Be able to travel overnight and out-of-state for multiple days at a time, several times a month

Collaborate with internal support teams to resolve issues and deliver optimal solutions

Create detailed documentation after project completion

Provide assistance to other departments as needed

The Ideal Candidate

Has a passion for IT and takes pride in consistently delivering results

Has excellent time-management and strong organizational skills

Has excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal, ensuring positive interactions within the team and with clients

Is experienced and comfortable in leading teams (ideally in an IT environment)

Has advanced computer hardware and software troubleshooting knowledge

Has a solid understanding of networking and network topography

Has intermediate experience with configuration of switches, routers, and IP protocols

Has intermediate experience with data cabling, such as fiber wiring and cat5/cat6 termination

Has excellent attention to detail and good documentation skills

Approaches work with a proactive, resourceful, and solution-focused mindset

Owns a car with a valid driver’s license

Available to travel overnight and out-of-state for multiple days at a time, several times a month

Is capable of lifting 30lbs and climbing a ladder when necessary

Travel & Compensation

Travel bonuses

Daily per diem in addition to travel bonuses

Monday–Friday travel schedule

Company-planned travel with all accommodation and travel expenses covered

Mileage reimbursement and iPass provided for personal vehicle use

Company contribution toward your monthly mobile phone plan

General Benefits

401(k) with matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (including your birthday!)

Job Type: Full-time

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Worksite address

skokie, IL, 60077, US

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