Junior Support Technician

The Project Support and Administration Directorate at the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for a Junior Support Technician to the Information Technology Division. IT Operations & Support provides client support, platform infrastructure and IT compliance.

Description of main responsibilities
You will mainly work with:


• Troubleshooting and solving PC issues - Mainly Windows 7
• Patching network equipment
• Fixing equipment, like peripherals
• Printer Maintenance
• Maintain inventories and supplies
• Setting up new equipment and performing upgrades
• Account creation and administration

Qualifications
To be successful and perform well in this position we believe you have:


• Relevant education or degree
• Working knowledge of PC (and Mac) Operating systems
• Ability to troubleshooting hardware and software issues
• Solid understanding of networks, storage, server systems
• Knowledge in the procedures for installation, modification, maintenance and repair of IT hardware and software

We truly believe that to enjoy and perform at ESS, you have high integrity, is an enthusiastic committed person with a proactive approach. Further more you are service oriented, customer focused, takes initiative and possess good interpersonal skills. You are fluent in English, both spoken and written. 

Our work environment is characterised by fast growth, high rate of work, and an international atmosphere with highly academic personnel. You must therefore enjoy the diversity of such and have a personality suited for the challenges it holds. In this growing organisation you will have the possibility to take part in developing new routines and processes. Our work environment is exciting and forward thinking and relies heavily on personal initiative.

The position is permanent with six months initial probationary period. Your work place will be situated in Lund, Sweden.

What ESS can offer
At ESS we offer people with talent and passion a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and building of a world leading facility for materials research. Besides attractive employment and relocation conditions, the flexibility to balance work life with private life and good opportunities to further enhance your skills; you will also enjoy being part of an organisational culture that promotes and supports internal career growth. We pride ourselves in having successful collaboration across different functions, and as the facility continues to grow we will keep nurturing the international and vibrant environment welcoming people from all across the world.

Application & Contact
Please provide your curriculum vitae and cover letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website.
The deadline for applications is 30th March 2015.

For further information regarding the position, please contact Group Leader, Johan Olander, johan.olander[at]esss.se and for information regarding the recruitment process, please contact HRBP, Jessica Kvarnhammar, jessica.kvarnhammar[at]esss.se 

We look forward to receiving your application.