Onsite Engineer

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Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable IT Support Technician to join our team, primarily based at our Exeter site. This role involves providing technical support to a specialist customer base and contributing to the smooth running of IT operations across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site technical support at the Exeter site 4–5 days per week.
• Travel occasionally to other sites to assist colleagues with project work, annual leave cover, and other support needs.
• Deliver support across Windows 10/11 operating systems, including troubleshooting and event log analysis.
• Offer software support and limited hardware support, including break/fix and fault finding.
• Manage Microsoft Server OS tasks such as joiners, leavers, movers, DHCP, DNS, ADDS, and VAMT.
• Conduct data management activities, including archiving data to tape via tape library systems.
• Perform BAU (Business As Usual) tasks such as:
  • Antivirus monitoring
  • Network monitoring
  • Storage and capacity management
  • Physical hardware health checks
• Carry out office moves, hardware installations, and basic server maintenance (Lenovo workstations and Dell servers).
• Update administrative records and ticketing systems accurately and promptly.
• Follow written work instructions (SOPs) to complete tasks effectively.
• Create documentation for key processes for internal and customer use

Skills & Experience:

• Basic to intermediate IT knowledge, with a willingness to learn and develop in non-standard environments.
• Previous experience in IT support, field services, or service desk roles is desirable.
• Good understanding of core technologies: Windows OS, Windows Server, Networking
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Capable of prioritising support tickets and managing workload efficiently.
• Familiarity with break/fix processes and hardware troubleshooting.

Training & Development:

Full training will be provided, including step-by-step guidance to ensure competence in all areas of the role. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their IT career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Core Requirements:

• Post is subject to obtaining full security clearance (SC/NPPV)
• Full UK driving licensing, requirement to travel to sites. (Company Car/Allowance Provided)
• Willingness to learn new procedures and ways of working.
• Is based/living within an hour of the main site Exeter.

We make technology work so people can do great things.     

CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.      

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