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IT Technician I

Prescott Newspapers, Inc.

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Prescott, AZ
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Job Overview:

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Job Description:

Starting wage is based on experience and shift. In addition to a base wage, every associate is eligible for quarterly profit sharing!! Various shifts are available and off shifts include additional shift differential pay.

About the Role

We’re looking for a friendly, customer-focused IT Technician I to join our team in Prescott, Az. In this role, you’ll be the first point of contact for employees who need technical help—whether that’s resolving day-to-day IT issues, supporting new technology rollouts, or helping maintain a secure and reliable IT environment.

If you enjoy solving problems, helping others, and working hands-on with technology, this may be a great fit for you.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide first-level IT support by phone, email, and self-service requests.
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, and application issues efficiently and professionally.
  • Create, track, and resolve Help Desk tickets while keeping users informed along the way.
  • Prioritize requests based on urgency and business impact.
  • Deliver a consistently high level of customer service to all users.
  • Document solutions and contribute to a shared knowledge base to improve team efficiency.
  • Partner with IT teams across multiple locations to support and improve IT processes.
  • Assist with testing and supporting new systems, applications, hardware, and software deployments.
  • Participate in special projects and technology rollouts as needed.
  • Follow company policies and support a secure, compliant IT environment.

Security & Access Responsibilities

  • Help communicate basic network security practices to employees and leaders.
  • Follow company standards for user access, group permissions, and service accounts.
  • Ensure security-related requests are properly approved and documented.
  • Work closely with the IT team to help protect systems, networks, and company data.
  • Support the enforcement of system access and security policies.

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience in a Help Desk, IT Support, or similar technical support role.
  • Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in helping others.
  • Ability to explain technical concepts in clear, non-technical language.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft systems and basic networking concepts.
  • Familiarity with IT ticketing systems.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with a broader IT team.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
  • Comfort working in an enterprise or manufacturing environment.

Technical Experience

  • Desktop and hardware support for Windows PCs and Apple/macOS devices.
  • Microsoft Office and standard business applications.
  • PC, laptop, mobile phone, and peripheral setup and support.
  • Oracle client support and packaged software deployments (preferred).

Physical & Work Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Comfort working near production equipment and in moderate to loud environments.
  • Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support production and maintenance.
  • Up to 10% travel may be required.