IT Help Desk Student Technician

Mercer University

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Macon Campus Until 8/21/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted January 22, 2026 Last posted January 22, 2026
Job description

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Job Family:

Student Work Study

Department:

Information Technology

Supervisor:

Benjamin Smith

Job Title:

IT Help Desk Student Technician

Job Description:

Join our IT Client Support Services team to provide technical assistance to faculty, staff, students, and administrators at Mercer University. Your responsibilities include helping users with tech issues, maintaining records of reported problems, and supporting computer hardware and software. Strong communication, customer service, and tech skills are essential. Gain valuable experience in IT support and make a positive impact on our university community. Apply now and be part of our tech-savvy team!

Requirements:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to support faculty, staff, and students who have a wide range of technical proficiency 
  • Complete a in person panel interview
  • Submission of a one-page resume upon request – Cover letter is not required

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in providing technical support or IT help desk assistance
  • Previous experience in a call center or customer service environment
  • Familiarity with Windows, MacOS, Linux, Microsoft Office
  • Enthusiasm for technology and staying up-to-date with industry trends
  • Willingness to take initiative and propose innovative solutions
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Pay Rate: $10 per Hour

Scheduled Hours:

16

Start Date:

02/2/2026

End Date:

05/1/2026
About this role

Summary

Assist with technical support, hardware/software maintenance, and customer service for university community.

Job title

IT Help Desk Student Technician

Experience level

student

Industry

education

Location requirements

Macon Campus, on-site, no remote work allowed

Salary

$10 per hour

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationproblem-solvingWindowsMacOSLinuxMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

IT supportcall centercustomer serviceindustry trendsinitiative

Specializations

help desktechnical supportcustomer servicehardwaresoftware
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site