Company Profile:

Electro Rent is a leading global provider of test and technology solutions that enable its customers to accelerate innovation and optimize investments. Electro Rent’s rental, lease, sales, and asset management solutions serve industry-leading innovators in communications, aerospace and defense, automotive, energy, education, and general electronics and have done so since 1965.

Location Profile:

Headquartered in West Hills, California, this company employs people worldwide as the leading Global One-Stop-Shop Solutions Provider of Mission Critical Test and Measurement Equipment and Technology Products.  Electro Rent is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time supplier, delivering the highest value to its customer while continually pursuing strategic, sustainable and profitable growth.

Position Summary:

The Configuration Technician II responsible for configuration of data products including laptops, desktops and servers. Performs hardware and software configuration per order instructions. Installs custom operating systems, applications and software drivers. Clones computers. Identifies hardware or software failures and performs minor repairs. Researches and Develops new configurations. Ensure standards are maintained, suggests standards where there are no existing standards. Maintains accurate records of tests, enters required information in the company's database.

• Configure data products or workstations by order instructions.
• Uses compliance documents to ensure equipment quality.
• Perform asset location and assignment as required.
• Research configuration information and maintain records of all SKUs developed.
• Inform the supervisor of any problems and possible solutions.
• Perform minor repairs.
• Provide feedback to managers and supervisors on findings, both positive and negative.
• Will need to drive occasionally for off-site work for customers to set up equipment and network.  Travel >10%
• Perform other tasks as assigned.  May be required to work overtime or other shifts as necessary.

• Good written and oral communication skills, as well as technical writing skills.
• Proven diagnostic skills.
• Attain/Maintain two or more hardware repair certifications from HP, Lenovo or Dell.
• Ability to build and network a server platform.
• In depth knowledge of current Windows OS. Entry level knowledge of current Mac OS.
• A+ certification required.
• Server + certification is a plus.
• Communicate effectively in person and with remote customers and workers.
• Proven interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate on a technical level.
• Detailed oriented, able to work multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Read and understand technical documents.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and Insurance
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to work multiple tasks assigned.

Experience & Education

• 2-year AA technical degree required.
• Minimum four years of experience as a PC technician or workstation technician.

Physical Requirements

• All positions will require, to some degree, the physical abilities described below to perform the essential functions of the job
• Work the expected hours, consistently arrive at work at the agreed time and follow Company rules and guidelines regarding breaks and meal periods.  Full time is typically considered to be 40 hours per week
• Move around work area, may include climbing ladders or stairs
• Ability to lift 50 pounds of equipment or boxes above the head, alone, or with help lift 150 pounds

Electro Rent is the largest, most comprehensive test equipment services provider for market-leading customers around the world. We are focused on delivering outstanding service for customers across a broad range of industries including Aerospace/Defense, Telecommunications, Mobile/Computing, Power & Industrial, Automotive, Medical, Education, New Space, Data Products Rental and more. With 1.1 billion of inventory, immediate shipping to over 100 countries, and a world-class accredited calibration and repair lab, our team of experts solve tough technical and financial challenges related to testing.

Electro Rent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment background investigation that may consist of, but is not limited to, a: pre-employment drug & alcohol screen, criminal background investigation, and documentation required by the Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986 or other applicable regulations. During the background investigation process, a record of conviction or other adverse issues will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from employment. Electro Rent will consider factors such as 1) the length of time that has passed since the offense or adverse issue; 2) age at the time of the offense or adverse issue; 3) the severity and nature of the offense or adverse issue; 4) the relationship of the offense or adverse issue to the position for which you have applied, and 5) evidence of rehabilitation. Additionally, candidates who refuse to submit to a drug and alcohol test or who fail to show up for a drug test within the required time will no longer be considered for employment, and any offer of employment will be rescinded.