Technical Support Technician I

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Summary:

Provides Tier 1 user support for reporting, logging, resolving or referring user issues/problems.

Provides Tier 1 user support, including troubleshooting hardware, software and peripheral problems. Assists MWRA users with the introduction to new or modified computer environments. Configures and installs hardware, software and peripheral products, for the MWRA users.

Posting Period: 11/25/2025 to 12/9/2025

Location: Chelsea, MA

Salary: $65,965.78 - $97,017.13 Annually $1,268.57 - $1,865.71 Weekly

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Provides Tier 1 technical support for user requests received by phone, email, in person or through the ticketing system.
• Investigates and provides basic troubleshooting of computer hardware, software, and peripherals.
• Notifies and escalates issues to appropriate staff as needed.
• Configures basic computer hardware, software, and peripheral products for the MWRA.
• Reviews and validates user requests for appropriate approvals as needed.
• Gathers detailed information needed for user requests to ensure their request is actionable and generates service request in ticketing system.
• Participates on computer hardware, software or peripheral project teams to assist with the introduction of new or modified computer technology.
• Follows all established documentation within technical support processes and provides input into procedures to improve accuracy and effectiveness.
• Perform related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Understanding of computer hardware and software as normally acquired through an Bachelor's degree in management science, engineering management, computer science or a related field and one year of experience; or
• An Associate's degree in management science, engineering management, computer science or a related field and at least through at least three (3) years of experience in a related field; or
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A valid driver's license for travel between worksites.
• A+ or a specific OEM certification or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
• ITIL Foundations Certification or the ability to obtain within 1 year.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of computer hardware, software and peripheral operation.
• Ability to effectively diagnose and interpret basic problems on a variety of computer hardware, software and peripheral devices and to define appropriate resolutions.
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of the following:

1. Operating System/Environments: Current Microsoft Windows Desktop and Server Operating Systems, Mac OS X.
2. Desktop Productivity Software: Current Microsoft Office Suite.
3. Groupware/Messaging Software: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Exchange Microsoft Teams, WebEx, Zoom, slack or other messaging software.
4. Graphics/Presentation Software: Basic knowledge of PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, Fast Stone and Arc Info Suite.
5. Hardware Environment: Desktops, mobile devices multifunctional devices, basic knowledge of audio-visual equipment and various peripherals.
6. Network: Basic knowledge of Ethernet, TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, Active Directory and DNS concepts.

Tools and Equipment Used

Office equipment as normally associated with the use of telephone, copy, fax machines, MFDs and personal computers including word processing and other software.

Physical Demands

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 essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste or smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in various field settings and in an office environment. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, and is occasionally exposed to risk of vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is a moderately loud office setting.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Works under the general supervision of the Program Manager, MIS Operations.

On specific IT projects may be supervised by a team lead or project manager.

Other Position Information

PCR: 8610100

Division: Administration

Department: MIS

Union/Grade: USW 9360 (Unit 6)/Grade 8

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.