Birkey's Farm Store, Inc. Logo

Birkey's Farm Store, Inc.

IT Support Specialist

Posted 6 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
In-Office
61821, Champaign, IL
23-26 Hourly
Junior
In-Office
61821, Champaign, IL
23-26 Hourly
Junior
Supports end users with mobile devices, Windows desktops, business systems, software, and hardware. Manages help desk support, mobile accounts, FileBound, antivirus software, servers, network equipment, and infrastructure. Assists with Dealer Business System support, reporting, documentation, system maintenance, technology deployments, and IT projects. Requires regular communication with users, customer-service focus, and adherence to workplace safety requirements.
The summary above was generated by AI

POSITION SUMMARY: Provides day-to-day consultation, training, instruction, troubleshooting, problem solving to end users for Window’s desktop support and mobile device solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

  1. Manage/Monitor help desk support for end users.
  2. Provide end user support for mobile devices and Windows desktop support.
  3. Manage the company’s mobile device accounts.
  4. Assist in various network and infrastructure support and maintenance needs.
  5. Assist in support and maintenance of the Dealer Business System.
  6. Provide support for the office phone systems.
  7. Assist in computer refreshes.
  8. Effectively create documentation to support end user needs.
  9. Maintain a safe working environment and always adhere to company safety program.

Customer Service Responsibilities:

  • Resolve customer’s concerns efficiently and effectively.
  • Ensure every customer is satisfied with the products, services, and support of all staff.
  • Always promote a positive attitude.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Exhibit Birkey’s high level of customer service daily.
  • Acknowledge appreciation of clients and customers.

This organization reserves the right to revise the essential position functions as the need arises.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

• Preferred - associate degree or its equivalent in a related field.

• Experience in providing support and troubleshooting to end users.

• Ability to set work priorities and work independently.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills to work with both technical and nontechnical personnel at various levels in the organization.

• Excellent skills in both troubleshooting and multi-tasking.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to get around the corporate office for various tasks.
  • The employee would normally lift or move up to 10 lbs and occasionally lifts or moves up to 40 lbs.
  • Ability to tolerate up and down movement with bending or stooping including reaching above and below shoulder height with arms and hands.
  • Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to operate equipment or other power equipment as necessary.
  • Must meet health assessment requirements.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to dust and noise.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  • While performing duties, the employee will be subject to indoor heating and air conditioning conditions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will perform extensive keystroke tasks.

Similar Jobs

3 Days Ago
In-Office
50K-60K
Mid level
50K-60K
Mid level
Automotive • Professional Services • Hospitality
Provides onsite and remote IT support across regional automotive dealerships. Troubleshoots hardware, software, networking, and connectivity issues; manages help desk tickets; deploys and maintains workstations and infrastructure; configures network devices, firewalls, antivirus, and security systems; performs upgrades and installations; and collaborates with users and IT leadership. The role requires regional travel, including occasional overnight trips.
Top Skills: AntivirusFirewallsHardwareHelp DeskIt InfrastructureNetworkingSecurity SystemsSoftware InstallationWired NetworksWireless NetworksWorkstations
7 Days Ago
Hybrid
Aurora, IL, USA
19-19 Annually
Internship
19-19 Annually
Internship
Industrial • Manufacturing
Provides first-level IT support through Freshservice, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues. Assists with onboarding, offboarding, account setup, equipment provisioning, documentation, and knowledge resources. Shadows cybersecurity operations, including log reviews, alert responses, vulnerability scan reviews, and risk management. Collaborates on a cross-functional capstone project involving planning, research, execution, and leadership presentation.
Top Skills: Computer NetworkingCybersecurity OperationsFreshservicemacOSWindows
14 Days Ago
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
65K-70K Annually
Junior
65K-70K Annually
Junior
Marketing Tech • Professional Services • Sales
Provides first-line IT support for onsite, remote, and hybrid employees. Responsibilities include troubleshooting hardware and software, administering Microsoft 365 and identity systems, supporting Windows and Mac devices, managing mobile devices, monitoring infrastructure, assisting with cybersecurity practices, and handling new-hire and offboarding setup. The role also documents procedures, trains users, supports technology pilots, and escalates unresolved issues.
Top Skills: Active DirectoryAi ToolsAndroidEndpoint ProtectionExchange OnlineiOSmacOSMicrosoft 365Microsoft Entra IdMicrosoft TeamsMobile Device Management (Mdm)OnedrivePatch ManagementPhishing AwarenessSharepoint OnlineWindowsWindows Server

What you need to know about the Chicago Tech Scene

With vibrant neighborhoods, great food and more affordable housing than either coast, Chicago might be the most liveable major tech hub. It is the birthplace of modern commodities and futures trading, a national hub for logistics and commerce, and home to the American Medical Association and the American Bar Association. This diverse blend of industry influences has helped Chicago emerge as a major player in verticals like fintech, biotechnology, legal tech, e-commerce and logistics technology. It’s also a major hiring center for tech companies on both coasts.

Key Facts About Chicago Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 245,800; 5.2% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: McDonald’s, John Deere, Boeing, Morningstar
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, fintech, software, logistics technology
  • Funding Landscape: $2.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Arch Venture Partners, MATH Venture Partners, Jump Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: Northwestern University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Institute of Technology, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account