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Desktop Support Technician

Job Details

Job Location

Somerset - Somerset, NJ

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Not Specified

Salary Range

$22.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Office 8:30AM-5PM

Job Category

Information Technology

Description

Do you love snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team? PIM Brands might just be exactly what you’re looking for!

At PIM, We Make The Brands You Love®. Our portfolio of products, from Welch’s® Fruit Snacks to Sun-Maid® Chocolate Raisins and Sour Jacks® Sour Candies are enjoyed by millions of consumers every day. And when it comes to careers, we seek talented, results-oriented individuals who want to play a part in building amazing brands and products while working in a collaborative, dynamic, and fast-paced office environment. At PIM, you can make an immediate and lasting contribution to help grow iconic snack and confectionery brands, no matter your area of expertise.

We are looking for a Desk Top Support Technician interested in starting a SWEET career as part of our IT team at PIM’s Somerset site in New Jersey.

JOB OVERVIEW

Desktop Technician will be responsible for PC workstation and peripheral set-ups, deployment, installation, configuration and troubleshooting of incidents and problems. This person will work with internal customers, including faculty and staff, to develop and deploy solutions to solve customer needs and requests.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Provide support to onsite and remote PIM Brands users relating to both hardware and software problems on their workstations and smartphones

+ Configure, deploy and support various endpoint devices, such as PCs, laptops, printers, barcode scanners and cell phones throughout the Park Ridge location

+ Assist in performing necessary upgrades and configurations to support business growth as it relates to our Windows desktops and user endpoint devices

+ Facilitate the resolution of technical problems reported by our internal and external customers through research and analysis, and further escalation when required

+ Thoroughly document issues, as well as the analysis and design required for resolution

+ Provide both oral and written status updates to management

+ Expresses enthusiasm, offering a partnership approach in a positive, can-do manner

+ Respond to and coordinate resolution efforts to tickets that have been generated by the users in our Park Ridge location

+ Possibly travel to our Somerset location for coverage when necessary

+ Other duties as assigned by the management

+ Work outside of normal business hours may be required based on project requirements or urgent business needs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling and crouching. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools and controls. Lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 75 lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated and considered to enable an individual to perform the essential job functions.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

+ Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Business, or related areas of study, or equivalent work experience strongly preferred

+ Experience supporting Windows operating systems in an enterprise environment required

+ Experience supporting Android and iOS mobile devices required

+ Experience supporting Macs is a plus

+ Self-directed with an ability to work both independently and cross-functionally essential

+ Superior written, oral communication and presentation skills with experience communicating effectively with all levels of management

+ In-depth knowledge of support methodologies and principles

+ Excellent customer service skills

+ Strong desire to learn new systems and technologies

+ Extremely high level of written and verbal communication skills; ability to document ideas concisely and quickly

+ Ability to communicate technical information and interact with many different skill sets.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

+ Ability and energy to work on multiple projects at a time and potentially switch projects as necessary, maintaining a strong quality focus on each

+ Ability to take ownership of an issue or project and the dedication to see it through to completion

+ Ability to work independently and make timely decisions in alignment with business goals

Worksite:

+ The PIM Brands Global Headquarters in Somerset, New Jersey

+ The role requires working on-site: Monday thru Friday. At times on call.

We are proud to offer:

+ The pay range for this position is $22.00 to $27.00. PIM Brands takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

+ Total compensation package including bonus, 401(k) plan match and other incentives (*based on eligibility and position)

+ Comprehensive benefits package - EFFECTIVE DAY 1, Including medical, dental, vision, disability, insurance plans and much more

+ Diverse range of benefit choices tailored to support you in making optimal decisions for yourself, your loved ones, and your preferred way of life

+ Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays

+ Business casual dress

+ Entrepreneurial and innovative culture offering the opportunity for internal career advancement

Awards & Accolades:

+ #10 Candy Company in North America

+ #26 Global Candy Company

+ Makers of Welch’s - #1 Fruit Snack in U.S.

+ 2024 Advocate of the Year Award

+ Recognized by NJBIA - State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility and in Research/Development 2024

+ Recognized by New Jersey Business Magazine (https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-jersey-business-magazine/) 2024

+ Top 100 Privately Owned Company in the Metro NYC Market

+ Top 50 Employer in New Jersey

PIM Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer

PIM Brands is an e-Verify Employer

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