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# HOP-IT Technician

- **Company:** Martinrea International Inc.
- **Location:** Hopkinsville, KY, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Networks, Computer Literacy, Issue Tracking Systems, Networking Hardware, Computer Equipment, Information Technology, Network Server
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9a245a122ae28e2e

## About the Role

* Good knowledge of general PC computer systems
 * Good knowledge in computer networking
 * Good verbal and written communication skills
 * Good organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
 * Minimum of Grade 12 Education or equivalent

## Description

Job Summary: Under general direction, supports, maintains and evaluates computer hardware and software, and IT Shop Floor Procedures, * Maintain, upgrade, and repair computer hardware, including but not limited to: PCs, printers, barcode printers, servers, switches and Wyse terminals.

 * Perform preventative maintenance on servers, network hardware, shop floor cabling, printers, touch screens, scanners, and terminals
 * Support, troubleshoot, and maintain the MARS Production Reporting System's hardware and software.
 * Train, assist, and support users on the MARS Production Reporting System, while enforcing MARS procedures and curriculums

 * Ensuring production reporting and inventory accuracy through assisting Production
 * Assist in the implementation and support of new Shop Floor IT Projects and Procedures
 * Perform testing on new IT projects and proceeds to verify quality assurance and accuracy
 * Assists user community with day-to-day computer usage issues
 * Maintains IT records, including the monitoring and support of the IT Helpdesk Ticket System and Work Orders
 * Serving as ground support for Off-Shift IT issues with phone support from IT Staff and/or Service Express Agent
 * All other reasonable duties and responsibilities assigned as deemed necessary by Supervisor
 * Competency Level to include all intermediate understanding of the processes and functions as they relate to the position as determined by the leadership team.

Working Conditions

 * 80% shop floor (PPE required), 20% office

Effort/Physical Demands

 * Constant communication with employees, peers, and management
 * Overtime as required
 * This position will work various hours on the off shifts with no shift premium.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

 * Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company Rules, Plant Rules, policies and procedures
 * Compliance with Occupational safety sections of Act
 * Must wear all designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Back-up Duties:

 * Perform other duties as required


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