Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the constantly evolving needs of the digital era. Our broad approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to own the business in a secure environment.
Role: Field Service Technician
Location: Oceanside, California
Job Type: Full time
Role:
This role focuses on improving support methodologies for manufacturing support in labor reduction, cost reduction, security, reliability, key feature and technological improvements and integrations, standardization, M&A integrations. Support of this site includes regular day hours Monday through Friday and off hours support is required from time to time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be empowered and accountable in providing advanced technical support and resolutions, at a 3rd level, to exceed end-user expectations per Service Level Agreement metrics.
- Demonstrate independent troubleshooting and decisive problem solving.
- Actively participate in assigned projects to drive operational and/or IT improvements.
- Perform root cause analysis to eliminate reoccurring incidents.
- Provide immediate technical support and resolutions for highly complex environments (i.e., shop floor), after business hours, as necessary.
- Participate in the creation and reinforcement of standards for Field Services.
- Work with cross functional teams in support of project initiatives in defining the IT support scope.
- Follow and promote defined ITIL procedures.
- Assist with support of network, server, and business infrastructure.
- Vet and define proposed shop floor processes in compliance with client Networking and Security policies and standards.
- Install technology hardware and software that fulfill project requirements according to standards or requirements.
- Support Windows 11 migration project
- Perform other assigned operational duties.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 3-6 years’ work experience supporting Manufacturing and Warehouse environments, specifically, a high level functional and technical working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems (Windows 10, Windows 11) Apple OSX, Linux Ubuntu, Microsoft Office Suites (2007-2016) Office 365, and Microsoft Software (SharePoint, Teams, Visio).
- Mobile environment operating systems; Apple iOS. Android, Windows CE.
- Must have outstanding and highly professional verbal and written communications skills and effective at communicating highly technical issues in a non-technical manner, considerate of each customer's focus and priority.
- Experience with PC Hardware troubleshooting
- Experience with serial-based technologies (PLC’s, scanners, printers).
- Experience with handheld scanners.
- Basic Audio-Visual Support
- Experience supporting label, laser, and multifunction printing.
- Broad technical IT knowledge and awareness of industry trends.
- Operational Excellence - Root Cause Analysis, process, risk reduction, security, and controls, change management.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills.
- Relationship management and conflict resolution management.
- Experience with telephony technologies.
- Exposure to broad spectrum of IT applications and IT architecture.
- Working in cross functional teams and the ability to work as part of a virtual team.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
- Candidate must be a self-motivated problem solver operating with limited supervision to help achieve goals for a global team.
- Onsite position
- Degree in computer science for IT or related.
- Network + certification nice to have.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until June 13, 2025.
The hourly rate for this position is between $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- · Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- · Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- · 401(k) plan and contributions
- · Long-term/Short-term Disability
- · Paid Parental Leave
- · Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The hourly rate, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
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