Preventative Maintenance Technician

Ideal Candidate

The City of North Kansas City is seeking a skilled and resourceful IT Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives working independently while providing reliable technical support and solutions. This position requires strong problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering excellent service to city departments. Candidates should be proficient in troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Summary of Duties

Work under the supervision of the IT Manager to install and maintain all IT equipment and provide first and second-level support for a variety of computers, tablets, smartphones, peripherals, display and presentation systems, cameras and other network devices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and support IT related hardware, software, and peripherals for users across all City departments at all city-wide locations;
• Maintain in-vehicle mobile data systems;
• Perform basic network cabling tasks;
• Assist with live streaming of public meetings;
• Manage employee accounts within various software platforms;
• Enforce policies relating to Acceptable Computer Usage;
• Train new employees with procedures and appropriate use of technology equipment;
• Manage mobile device accounts
• Maintain an inventory of equipment, coordinate requests for equipment, and set up equipment on location as needed;
• Coordinate with contractors and with other vendors regarding maintenance of equipment as needed;
• Travel to worksites throughout the City to provide user support;
• Assist with special projects and perform other similar duties as assigned;

Supervisory Responsibilities

Budgetary Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum

Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

Technical Skills

Interpersonal Skills and Abilities

Ability to provide appropriate customer service and interact effectively with individuals who may be confused, upset, or irate;

Ability to accurately assess user needs and assist users to seek solutions to problems;

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Other Requirements

Compensation details : 30.02-40 Hourly Wage

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