Certified Technician

Position Summary:
The Certified Tech is responsible for maintaining an Inspired Selling culture in the EasyTech department that is committed to offering every customer a total solution for his/her tech needs. The Certified Tech is responsible for ensuring the EasyTech department achieves key metrics, including profitable sales and margin, and customer satisfaction (including TSat). An important focus of this role is to grow our EasyTech business both in the store as well as on- site. The Certified Tech must have technical skills and knowledge and will be required to repair computers as well as perform technical and system diagnostics and upgrades as needed.

Position Responsibilities:
Engagement: Engages customers on the sales floor. Uses VIBE behaviors to create a buying environment. Builds relationships with Tech Sales Associates and Mobile Consultants (in mobile stores) to create synergy across all technology departments
Selling: Champions Technology selling programs; Exhibits Staples Selling behaviors in all interactions and communications with customers, associates and management. Achieve all sales & Technology satisfaction goals. Respond and resolve customer requests and concerns
Operations: Responsible for ensuring all operational policies and processes are followed (i.e., PC Intake through pickup process). Stays current on new technologies, products and services. Perform computer repair work or diagnostics as needed
Other duties as assigned
Essential Skills and Experience:
Analysis: Gathers and analyzes what they feel are the most important pieces of information needed to understand the problem or issue. Sometimes looks deeper into issues to understand the root cause of the problem or issue
Focus on Service: Searches actively for ways to improve customer service. Identifies customers' current requirements, expectations, and needs
Communication: Write and Speak with Impact: Expresses oneself effectively in one-on-one conversations and small groups. Adapts the level of detail and type of communication to the intended audience
Build Relationships: Is friendly and open in interactions with others, making them feel at ease. Demonstrates a genuine interest in people, their business and their technology needs
Drive for Results: Is accountable for Tech Services Sales, Margin and TSAT. Puts in sustained effort to accomplish desired results. Experience and interest in using reports and metrics to shape vision, goals/objectives
Listening: Listen Attentively: Asks questions to clarify others' comments and ensure understanding of the key messages. Listens to others' comments without interrupting. Is able to listen to a customer’s concerns and asks open ended questions to help identify needs and present solutions
Establishing Trust: Show Integrity: Establishes trust with customers; is a trusted advisor and able to maintain confidentiality
Managing Execution: Work Effectively & Efficiently: Prioritizes effectively and focuses on appropriate details, so work gets done accurately
Leveraging Diversity: Works cooperatively with people who have different backgrounds, knowledge, styles, talents, perspectives, values and beliefs
Technical Ability: The Certified Tech will be required to pass the Staples Technical Certification process as well as the COT Tech Assessment before working on customers’ PCs and networks

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
Must be Staples Tech Certified
Ability to diagnose and fix computers and securely install and service wireless networks
Ability to manage time and work responsibly without supervision
Previous experience selling technology products and services
Preferred Skills & Experience:
1-2 years technical experience
Good multi-tasking skills; ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively
Previous experience working in customers’ homes/on-site businesses
A+ Certification preferred
Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Statement
Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the diversity of our people, products, and services.