At MTC, we're more than a telecommunications cooperative. We're also a trusted Managed Service Provider (MSP) serving businesses throughout our region. As our IT Support Specialist, you'll support both the technology that powers MTC and the systems that keep our business customers connected, secure, and productive.
One day you might be helping an employee troubleshoot a workstation issue. The next, you could be assisting a local business with a network configuration, server upgrade, cybersecurity enhancement, or cloud solution. If you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and building relationships while working with a wide range of technologies, you'll find plenty of opportunity in this role.
You'll Be a Great Fit If You:
- Enjoy diagnosing technical issues and finding practical solutions.
- Are comfortable working with a variety of technologies, including PCs, servers, networks, wireless systems, phone systems, and security equipment.
- Like helping people and can communicate technical information in a clear, approachable way.
- Appreciate variety in your workday, from configuring equipment and supporting users to assisting with network and cybersecurity initiatives.
- Take pride in maintaining secure, reliable, and efficient systems.
- Don't mind rolling up your sleeves for hands-on work, including cabling, equipment installation, and onsite support.
What This Role Is All About
This is a dual-focus role supporting both MTC's internal technology environment and the managed IT environments of our business customers. You'll function as part of the IT team for multiple organizations, helping local businesses maintain reliable, secure, and efficient technology systems while ensuring MTC's own infrastructure remains strong and dependable.
This position also contributes to MTC's mission of delivering dependable communications and technology services that help our region stay connected.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, configure, maintain, and provide Tier 1 support for desktops, laptops, operating systems, software, and peripherals.
- Support server hardware, virtualization environments, storage systems, and backup solutions.
- Assist with network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, wireless systems, Ethernet, and fiber optic cabling.
- Support digital, analog, and VoIP phone systems and security camera systems.
- Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate repairs with vendors as needed.
- Assist with technology procurement and implementation projects.
- Provide technical support and guidance to employees and managed IT clients.
- Serve as an escalation resource for Helpdesk and IT Technician staff.
- Educate users on technology procedures, cybersecurity awareness, and best practices.
- Provide remote and onsite IT support to managed services clients, serving as a trusted technology resource for their day-to-day operations.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with local business customers while delivering responsive technical support.
- Participate in after-hours maintenance windows .
What You Bring
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field preferred.
- One year of IT experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Windows, Linux, macOS, and mobile operating systems.
- Experience with hardware installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Understanding of LAN/WAN networking, routing, switching, firewalls, and wireless technologies.
- Familiarity with virtualization platforms, backup solutions, and server environments.
- Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
- Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to customer locations as needed.
Why MTC?
We offer a benefits package designed to support employees both at work and at home, including:
- Competitive health insurance with reasonable employee premiums
- 10% retirement match
- 21 days of PTO
- 8 paid holidays
- Training and professional development opportunities
- A collaborative team environment serving the communities we call home
Ready to Apply?
Send your resume to [email protected] or visit www.mdtc.net/careers for more information and a complete benefits overview.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the upper end of the pay range.
Pay: $30.25 - $35.55 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Is the starting pay of $30.25 plus benefits acceptable?
- This is an on-site position at our Colchester office. It is not remote or hybrid due to needs of our managed services clients. Are you willing to work on-site at our Colchester office?
License/Certification:
- drivers license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Colchester, IL 62326 (Required)
Work Location: In person
