Entry-Level Computer Operator / IT Operations Associate

TEKSYSTEMS INC.
Albany, NY, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
0 years minimum
Compensation
$52,000.0 - $56,160.0
Working hours
Shift work

Tech stack

Active Directory Business Systems Unix Cyber Security Linux File Transfer Information Technology Operations Microsoft Office Networking Basics File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Information Technology Operational Systems

Job description

  • Monitor systems, applications, and technology platforms for issues and alerts
  • Perform basic troubleshooting and support for desktops, applications, and operational systems
  • Escalate technical issues to appropriate support teams
  • Complete scheduled operational tasks and system checks
  • Monitor automated jobs and file transfers
  • Document incidents, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions
  • Support service requests and user issues
  • Follow established procedures, checklists, and IT best practices
  • Assist with maintaining operational documentation
  • Help ensure technology services remain available and functioning properly

Requirements

We are seeking an Entry-Level Computer Operator / IT Operations Associate to join a team responsible for monitoring and supporting critical business systems in a 24/7 enterprise environment. This role is ideal for recent graduates, technical school graduates, or candidates with customer service, help desk, desktop support, or technology experience looking to gain hands-on exposure to enterprise IT operations., * High school diploma required

  • Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred
  • 0-2 years of IT experience
  • Recent graduates encouraged to apply
  • Strong interest in technology and IT operations
  • Customer service or technical support experience is a plus
  • Ability to work a rotating 12-hour schedule
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Technical Exposure

  • Windows 10/11
  • Microsoft Office
  • Desktop Support
  • Help Desk Support
  • Active Directory
  • Basic computer troubleshooting
  • FTP/SFTP file transfers

Nice to Have

  • Exposure to Linux or Unix environments
  • Networking fundamentals
  • Technical school coursework or IT certifications
  • Experience working with ticketing systems, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits & conditions

Linux Operations Leadership Communication Team Oriented Cyber Security Problem Solving Desktop Support Customer Service Computer Science Business Systems Technical Issues Technical Support Help Desk Support Business Valuation System Administration Information Technology Full Stack Development Business Transformation Information Technology Operations Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

0 to 2 years $52,000 - $56,160 / yr Posted yesterday

This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes., Schedule: Rotating 12-Hour Shifts

  • Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
  • Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
  • Shift rotates every 3 months between days and nights
  • 6:45 AM - 6:45 PM or 6:45 PM - 6:45 AM, * Excellent entry point into enterprise IT
  • Hands-on training provided
  • Opportunity to learn systems, networking, servers, and infrastructure
  • Career growth opportunities within a large organization
  • Strong team-oriented culture
  • Paid time off and benefits available upon permanent hire

Ideal Backgrounds

  • Recent IT graduates
  • Technical school graduates
  • Help Desk Technicians
  • Desktop Support Technicians
  • Customer Service Representatives with technical aptitude
  • Computer Science students or graduates
  • Candidates looking to start a career in Information Technology

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking for their first professional IT role and a clear path for long-term career growth within technology operations. Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, NY. Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.

About the company

We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company., Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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