IT Support Engineer, Associate

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
6 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Apple Mac Systems Computer Maintenance Computer Networks Linux Linux System Administration System Center Configuration Manager Computer Networking Systems Peripherals Computer Equipment Information Technology Puppet

Requirements

Do you have experience in Computer networking?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, Bachelor’s degree A minimum of six (6) months of professional experience in one or more of the following areas required: Windows, MacOS, or Linux systems administration Hardware maintenance of advanced computer, peripherals, and networking systems required Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Preferred: Purdue IT experience a bonus

Skills Required: Knowledge of one or more of the following is required; familiarity of the rest is desired: Windows, Mac OS, or Linux Familiarity with software redistribution techniques (i.e. SCCM/CM, Puppet, etc.) desired

Ability to: work with a wide variety of computer hardware, software, operating systems, peripherals, etc. work with a wide variety of faculty, staff, and students in a multitude of environments like instruction, administration, and research troubleshoot a variety of environments

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance, Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position A background check will be required for employment in this position FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime) Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days Career Stream

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About the company

Purdue University is seeking an Associate IT Support Engineer to join a collaborative team supporting the technology environments that enable teaching, learning, and research.

As an entry-level professional contributor working under immediate supervision, this role contributes to the development, installation, coordination, and maintenance of enterprise-level Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, software, and system management tools. Working as part of an integrated team, you will help ensure reliable and secure computing environments aligned with Purdue’s instructional mission.

At Purdue, your work supports a broader mission-advancing education and research at a leading public university. You’ll gain hands-on experience in enterprise technology environments while working alongside experienced professionals who value collaboration, consistency, and continuous improvement. Opportunities for skill development and career growth are built into the team’s day-to-day work., Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

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