Date Posted: 11/25/2025 8:07:48 PM
Description
CEL - Critical Power
About The Role:
The IT Technician is a critical, hands-on, on-site role responsible for the setup, management, and maintenance of the US company's entire IT infrastructure. This position requires a versatile professional capable of providing comprehensive technical support across the organization, from the administrative offices to the production floor. The ideal candidate must have a robust understanding of both general IT systems and the specific technological needs of a manufacturing environment. The role requires an exceptionally high level of attention to detail to ensure we manage our ongoing expansion and risk compliance on a continuous basis. Maintaining of a safe, clean, and organized work environment which adheres to all safety regulations is a critical attribute for the role.
What You'll Be Doing:
Infrastructure Management:
- Install, configure, maintain all computer hardware, software, network systems, and related equipment throughout the facility including servers, storage, networking components, and end-user devices.
Production Support:
- Provide direct IT support to the manufacturing and assembly teams.
- Maintaining and expanding the relevant software licenses, equipment programs, quality assurance equipment, and other production technology.
User Support:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all US technical support issues, resolving problems related to hardware, software, and connectivity for all employees. Support is provided both in-person and remotely.]
- Provide IT support to all Site Engineers as required.
Network Administration:
- Configure and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
- Monitor network performance to ensure optimal uptime and address connectivity issues.
System Security and Data Protection:
- Implement and manage security measures e.g. installing and upgrading antivirus software and firewalls.
- Perform regular data backups and manage disaster recovery protocols to protect critical business and production data.
Project Assistance:
- Collaborate with senior IT staff and management on larger projects, such as system upgrades, infrastructure expansions, and the implementation of new technologies.
Vendor Co-ordination:
- Act as a liaison with external vendors and service providers for IT-related procurement, support, and issue resolution.
Documentation and Inventory:
- Maintain accurate documentation of all IT infrastructure, including network configurations and hardware inventory.
Continuous Improvement:
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry best practices to make recommendations for infrastructure upgrades that increase efficiency and align with business goals.
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in an IT support / technician role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
- Diploma / degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN).
- Proficiency in administering and supporting Windows OS and common software applications.
- Experience with server maintenance, backup procedures, and virtualized environments is a plus.
Company Description:
CEL Critical Power - Powering the Al Revolution:
CEL has an opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing US business, where you will have an opportunity to make a significant impact on our immediate and long-term success of our Supply Chain function.
CEL is an Irish based 40-year manufacturer, distributor and exporter of electrical switchgear and controls, and related products and services, now focused on the supplying the global Data Centre industry.
Operating from our newly acquired 400,000ft² facility in Williamsburg, Virginia, we aim to double in size each year for the next three years.
CEL is led by a hard-working team who follow traditional working practices, value collaboration, continuous improvement, excellence in quality and commercial curiosity; this is your chance to develop your career as part of a dynamic US SMT who will shape the future of our business.
We strongly believe that seeking out and hiring the most diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create an exceptional and innovative workplace for our employees which will deliver excellence in service to our customers.
We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experience to join this multicultural, hard-working team.
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