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IT Technical Specialist
Those who plan do better than those who do not plan, even though they rarely stick to their plan." - Winston Churchill
Do you love helping people solve problems? Do you have a strong customer focused attitude?
Do you want to be part of a company that is growing and excited about change?
Join the Kee Safety team as our new IT Technical Specialist based in our Buffalo, NY office .
Who is Kee Safety?
Separating People from Hazards is our life's work. Kee Safety, Inc. is the North American business operation of Kee Safety, Ltd. in the United Kingdom. We maintain a strong sales presence here in the USA with our manufacturing and warehouse center headquartered in Buffalo, New York.
Kee Safety is the leading global supplier of safety systems and solutions. When you join the Kee Safety Team, you are not only aligning yourself with the leading safety and fall prevention experts in North America but with people who are passionate about fall prevention, safety, and who care about their company and its customers.
What Can We Offer You?
We are most proud of our employees and our culture. We believe in our employees and understand that when they are engaged and they are happy - they will thrive and our business will grow.
Our corporate culture includes :
- A strong, collaborative work environment
- Training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Life-long friendships
- Our Kee Giving Sponsorship Program : Kee Safety will donate to community initiatives that employees support outside of work
Kee Safety provides some of the best benefits around :
401k plan with excellent match and bonus contributionA comprehensive benefits program that includes medical plans starting at $0, vision and dental coverage, life and disability coverage paid 100% by the CompanyPaid holiday, vacation and sick timeWhat Makes this Job Awesome?
The IT Technical Specialist provides (level 2) IT support for all North American business units and is responsible for the day-to-day operational management and support of the computers, VOIP system, networks, and applications in use at all North American business units. This role involves proactively managing systems with appropriate tools and resources, assisting in the technical design, planning, and implementation of Kee Safety projects as part of cross-functional teams, and integrating systems into the existing Kee Safety infrastructure.
How Will You Do This?
Work primarily in a Windows and Office 365 environment, and other Cloud-Based environmentsPerform systems analysis and procedures, including consulting with users, to determine hardware, software, or system functional specificationsAssist in the design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing, or modification of computer systems or programs based on user or system design specificationsConduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting for LAN, WAN, and firewall technologiesSetting up and maintaining virtualized environments using tools like VMware or Hyper-VPerform Windows Server and Azure Cloud administration as well as support of legacy systemsSupport Windows PCs (Laptop & Desktop), Microsoft Office Applications, Microsoft 365 / Azure tasks, Peripheral Devices (Printers, Scanners, etc.), Android / iOS devices, and limited MacOS supportSet up and configure new PC hardware and provide full support to users receiving new hardwareProvide daily technical IT support to all users at Kee Safety and related Business Units around North AmericaUse a ticketing system to log and track all reported issues, resolving tickets in a timely manner or escalating as necessaryIdentify opportunities to optimize IT systems and processes, reducing recurring issues and enhancing performanceEvaluate and adopt emerging technologies to improve operational efficiencyDocument solutions, create knowledge base articles, and train team members to increase organizational IT expertiseCollaborate with cross-functional teams to design, plan, and implement IT projects, ensuring smooth integration into Kee Safety's infrastructureGeneral Duties
Daily use of remote support software to manage user systemsDesigning and implementing IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage solutionsMonitoring network performance and ensuring network securityPerforming routine maintenance, updates, and upgrades on IT systemsCarry out any reasonable task as requested by managementRequirements
We Want to Hear from You If You Have :
2-year AAS degree in Computer Science, Information System, IT or related technical field; will accept work experience in an IT role, in lieu of educational requirements3-5 Years of proven work experience in Windows OS environments and Office 365, including remote user support2-4 Years of work experience with server administration and cloud-based architecture (MS Azure)2-4 Years of Experience with cloud-based endpoint management solution (MS Intune is highly desirable)Good understanding of LAN, WAN and Firewall technologiesTechnical Certifications, (e.g., CompTIA A , Network , ITILv4 Foundations, Microsoft Azure Certifications) are a plusSpecial / Particular Requirements (safety, physical, etc)
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to sit for up to 8 hoursMust be able to bend, squat, twist, turn occasionallyMay be required to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionallyMust be able to be On-Call on a rotational basisIndividual characteristics
As the IT Technical Specialist your attitude and aptitude are critical, the willingness and desire to learn, but also contribute with new knowledge will be a key factor in your success. Other important characteristics include :
Self-Motivated Leader : Eager to take initiative and guide others in achieving shared goalsAdaptable Learner : Open to acquiring new skills and technologies in a constantly evolving fieldStrategic Thinker : Able to balance detailed troubleshooting with a big-picture understanding of IT infrastructureCustomer Advocate : Dedicated to providing exceptional service and fostering positive relationshipsProcess-Oriented Problem Solver : Driven to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutionsExceptional troubleshooting, organizational, and time management skillsStrong written and verbal communication abilities to explain technical concepts to non-technical usersProven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a teamProfessional customer service attitude when dealing with employees in all North American business unitsEnsure that technical knowledge required to support systems aligns with current systems employedJoin our team and grow with us, there is a world of possibilities out there!
Kee Safety Inc., is an equal opportunity employer
