Entry Level Support Engineer
New Era Technology
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Description
Join New Era Technology, where People First is at the heart of everything we do. With a global team of over 3,000 professionals, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, empowered, and inspired to grow. Our mission is to securely connect people, places, and information with end-to-end technology solutions at scale.
At New Era, you'll join a team-oriented culture that prioritizes your personal and professional development. Work alongside industry-certified experts, access continuous training, and enjoy competitive benefits. Guided by our core attributes — putting people first, embracing continuous learning, and thriving through collaboration and inclusion — we nurture our people to deliver exceptional customer service.
If you want to make an impact in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, New Era is the place for you. Apply today and help us shape the future of work—together
Are you passionate about IT and want to kick off your professional career?
What is the role
Monday - Thursday 8 hours daily; Friday 6 hours – 38 hours weekly
Based on-site on our client sites in Palmerston North and working within the education sector, you will be the first point of contact for any IT-related issues. Through face-to-face interactions and managing the ticket board, you’ll deliver excellent customer service, effectively communicate with non-technical users, and prioritize and troubleshoot technical problems. You’ll also collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues. As part of your responsibilities, you’ll complete daily timesheets, which require strong attention to detail. This role involves local travel across sites, so flexibility is important. Company vehicle provided for use during scheduled work where travel is required.
- Must be a NZ Citizen or hold permanent residency
- Must have a NZ Driver's License (Full or Restricted)
Responsibilities:
- Respond to client inquiries and provide technical support via various channels (phone, email, chat, etc.)
- Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues reported by clients.
- Document and track client issues using a ticketing system.
- Escalate unresolved issues to appropriate teams and follow up until resolution.
- Stay up to date with product knowledge and industry trends to provide accurate and timely support.
Please note that this is a general description.
Desirable:
- Practical technical knowledge in supporting and implementing:
- Windows 11
- Windows Server 2022
- Azure Active Directory
- Firewalls (FortiGate)
- Switching (Ruckus, HP, Allied Telesis)
- Wireless (Ruckus, Aruba/HP, Aerohive)
- Printers/Copiers
What we offer
- A friendly team environment with a strong technical support network.
- Opportunity to work with the IT industry's latest technologies.
- Internal career growth for high performers and IT super-stars
- An opportunity to earn while you learn with our Certification Bonus Program
- EAP Program – Raise limited. Three free sessions per year.
- Cost price on products from our suppliers
- Referral Bonus Initiative
- School holiday – Projects and Training opportunities
New Era Technology, LLC., and its subsidiaries (“New Era” “we”, “us”, or “our”) in its operating regions worldwide are committed to respecting your privacy and recognize the need for appropriate protection and management of any Personal Data that you may provide us. In this, we are also committed to providing you with a positive experience on our websites and while using our products, services and solutions (“Solutions”).
View our Privacy Policy here https://www.neweratech.com/us/privacy-policy/
We never ask candidates to pay any fees at any point in our hiring process. If you are ever asked to provide payment for training, certification, equipment, or any other purpose, it is not from our company. Only communications from our official company channels should be trusted. Please note our official email domain is @neweratech.com. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us immediately at privacy@neweratech.com .
Benefits
- A friendly team environment with a strong technical support network.
- Opportunity to work with the IT industry's latest technologies.
- Internal career growth for high performers and IT super-stars
- An opportunity to earn while you learn with our Certification Bonus Program
- EAP Program – Raise limited. Three free sessions per year.
- Cost price on products from our suppliers
- Referral Bonus Initiative
- School holiday – Projects and Training opportunities
About this role
New Era Technology is hiring an Entry Level Support Engineer to join their on-site team in Palmerston North, working across education sector clients. You'll be the first point of contact for IT issues, handling support requests via phone, email, and chat while managing a ticketing system. The role involves diagnosing and troubleshooting technical problems, communicating clearly with non-technical users, and escalating complex issues to other teams. You'll work Monday through Thursday (8 hours) and Friday (6 hours), with a company vehicle provided for local travel between sites.
This position suits someone starting their IT career with at least foundational technical knowledge. While experience with Windows 11, Windows Server, Azure Active Directory, FortiGate firewalls, and network equipment like Ruckus or HP switches is desirable, the role is designed as an entry point. You'll need to be detail-oriented for timesheets and ticket documentation, comfortable with face-to-face client interaction, and flexible about travel across multiple locations. New Era emphasizes continuous learning and offers a certification bonus program, internal career progression, and access to industry-certified experts—making this a structured environment to build technical support skills.
You must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident with a full or restricted driver's license. The role offers competitive benefits, an employee assistance program, and school holiday training opportunities.
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