IT Support Specialist

PURPOSE

This position is responsible for provision of technical support and training for the Associations hardware systems and software applications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

The above items are not intended to be all inclusive of the essential functions or requirements of this type of work as they are subject to change based on operating necessity. The employee will also perform other related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management personnel.

ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Communicate through speech and hear conversations with others by telephone and in person.

• Use a computer and various business software to create, review, edit, and print a variety of document types, including but not limited to training materials, requisitions, reports, spreadsheets, diagrams, presentations and process and technical documentation.

• Visual acuity to discern writing on paper to include communication with others electronically and reading and analyzing documents and reports via paper and computer format to troubleshoot issues and monitor various agreements, contracts, and office supplies.

• Perform computer hardware and software installations.

• Occasionally lift boxes and equipment weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.

• Operate a vehicle.

• Travel to worksite locations and other Association offices and organizations as needed.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

This position is classified as a nonexempt, nonrepresented position, and is eligible for overtime compensation based on both Federal and State of Alaska laws. All Association employees are expected to work widely varying amounts of either (1) unscheduled overtime such as during power restoration activities; or, (2) scheduled overtime required to accomplish special projects.

MEA requires a post offer substance abuse test. Any positive test result or refusal to consent will disqualify an applicant from employment.

MEA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.

Individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in any portion of the application or interview process should advise MEA in advance by calling 907-761-9218.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

To apply, please visitwww.mea.coopto submit an application by the closing date.

Matanuska Electric Association, Inc.

163 East Industrial Way (P.O. Box 2929), Palmer, Alaska99645

Telephone: (907) 761-9218/ Fax:(907) 761-9264

MEA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Veterans/Disabled employer.

Benefits Include

• 401(k) matching 2%
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance - $100/month for entire family
• Life insurance 100% paid by MEA
• Long Term Disability 100% paid by MEA
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off starts at 3.385 hrs/wk
• 11.5 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement Defined Benefit plan/Pension