Role :
School IT Support Engineer
Department : Operations
Designation : Executive Operations
Location : Vibgyor High Magarpatta.
Reporting to : The Manager Operations and The Principal
Primary Purpose : Dedicated onsite support for school IT infrastructure, classroom technology and approved applications.
Preferred candidate profile
Key Responsibilities
- The School IT Support Engineer will provide dependable onsite Level 1 support for users, devices, classrooms, computer labs, networks, surveillance systems and approved school applications. The engineer will resolve common issues, collect clear evidence, coordinate the correct Level 2/3 or vendor team and confirm service restoration.
- 2. Expected Results:
- Quick onsite response and restoration of common IT issues.
- Ready classrooms, computer labs, IFPs, printers, networks and school applications.
- Complete tickets with actions, evidence, user confirmation and timely escalation.
- Accurate inventory, warranty records and vendor follow-up.
- 3. Key Responsibilities :
- 3.1 End-User and Device Support
- Provide onsite Level 1 support for approved laptops, desktops, peripherals and user accounts.
- Install and configure approved Windows operating systems, updates, drivers and software.
- Troubleshoot login, performance, storage, display, audio, camera, peripheral and connectivity issues.
- Support Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive and approved SharePoint access or synchronisation.
- Keep devices and work areas neat after support work and protect all user and school data.
- 3.2 Windows Server, Active Directory and Microsoft 365
- Understand basic Windows Server roles such as domain services, DNS, DHCP, file and print services.
- Check basic server health, services, event logs, storage and network status, then provide useful evidence for escalation.
- Create, enable or disable user accounts; unlock locked accounts; reset passwords; and check account status only through approved requests and delegated access.
- Support Windows domain login and approved group assignment by following the authorised SOP.
- Use the approved Microsoft 365 console for user lookup, password reset, sign-in status, basic user management and Licence-status checks.
- Escalate MFA, tenant policy, licensing purchase and privileged administration issues to Central IT.
- 3.3 IFP, Computer Lab, Android and Printing
- Operate IFP power, source, OPS, touch, audio, camera, casting and network functions.
- Guide teachers on Whiteboard, Notes, Canvas, Sens-Board and other approved classroom applications.
- Complete computer-lab readiness checks for login, Internet, peripherals, approved applications, seating and device mapping.
- Configure approved Android devices for Wi-Fi, accounts, apps, updates, display and casting, within the authorised process.
- Install printer drivers and queues; check paper, toner, basic jams and connectivity; test printing, scanning and scan-to-email.
- Raise and follow up managed-print or OEM calls when the issue needs specialist support.
- 3.4 Network, Wi-Fi, Internet and Firewall - Level 1
- Understand IP address, subnet, gateway, DHCP, DNS and basic VLAN concepts.
- Check switch power, port/link status, PoE, uplinks, patch cords and endpoint connections.
- Trace connected devices and identify common network-loop symptoms for safe escalation.
- Check Wi-Fi access points and routers; separate device, Wi-Fi, LAN and ISP-related issues.
- Configure approved Wi-Fi on Windows and Android devices using the correct SSID and PSK without disclosing credentials.
- Support approved AD-authenticated Wi-Fi and record the username, device, time and error details when escalation is required.
- Check firewall or ISP CPE indicators, primary and backup links, reachability and speed, then raise and follow provider tickets.
- Inspect LAN points, faceplates, patch cords, labels, racks and uplink status, and coordinate approved cabling work.
- Check Internet Lease Line, Broadband Connectivity. Test Speed. WAN IP Configuration and management etc.
- 4. Apple Device and Application Support for VWA School
- These skills are mandatory for candidates proposed for an Apple-enabled school and preferred for other school locations.
- Set up and support user profiles, updates, printers, displays, cameras, audio, storage and applications on MacBook and iMac.
- Support iPad and iPhone Wi-Fi, managed applications, updates, casting, storage and classroom readiness.
- Support Safari, Mail, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, Preview, Air Drop, Air Play and other approved learning applications.
- Configure approved PSK or enterprise Wi-Fi and support basic macOS AD domain, Entra ID or SSO integration.
- Validate authorised file-share, printer and school-service access from Apple devices.
- Understand basic Apple School Manager, Managed Apple ID and device-assignment concepts.
- Perform authorised Jamf School or approved MDM enrolment and policy-sync checks, then escalate privileged actions.
- 5. School Applications, CCTV and Security
- 5.1 School and In-house Applications
- Provide Level 1 support for approved applications such as ERP, Transport, Attendance, Gate, Bearer, Communication, VLeap and Hubble.
- Record the affected user, date and time, transaction, screenshot, error and business impact.
- Follow the approved SOP or runbook, apply known Level 1 steps and escalate with complete information.
- Support user validation after a bug fix and confirm whether the issue has reoccurred.
- 5.2 Campus and Bus CCTV
- Installation & Configuration of NVR-DVR & CCTV Camera , Check camera, DVR/NVR and VMS availability, image quality, Date & time , recording, time, Troubleshooting,
- Maintain status records, raise approved vendor calls and confirm restoration.
- Do not view, copy, extract or share CCTV footage without formal approval.
- 5.3 Endpoint and Information Security
- Check approved antivirus or EDR status, screen lock, operating-system updates and restricted USB practices.
- Report suspected phishing, malware, credential misuse, unauthorised access or data exposure immediately.
- Never bypass security controls, share passwords or PSKs, or use personal credentials for official support.
- 6. Ticketing, Inventory, Vendors and School Events
- Log every incident, request, preventive task, vendor follow-up and planned activity in the approved ticketing system.
- Update tickets with impact, time, action taken, owner, pending dependency, evidence and next update time.
- Close tickets only after service restoration and user or owner confirmation.
- Maintain asset tags, make/model, serial number, user, location, stock, issue/return, transfer, warranty and repair status.
- Check warranty details, raise OEM/vendor tickets, track repair or replacement and verify restoration.
- Support examinations, admissions, parent events, classroom activities, POC, UAT, projects and approved school events.
- Complete opening, mid-day and closing readiness checks and submit the required end-of-day update.
- 7. Training and Knowledge Transfer
- Complete initial application and process training before deployment.
- Attend periodic knowledge-transfer sessions after approved application changes, enhancements, releases, workarounds or bug fixes.
- Learn the changed process, known issues, Level 1 steps, escalation path and updated SOP or runbook.
- Support post-fix validation, monitor recurrence and obtain user confirmation.
- Maintain training attendance, trainer details, assessment score and acknowledgement.
- 8. Soft Skills and Professional Behaviour
Communication:
Speak clear and respectful English with school leaders, teachers, staff, students, parents and support teams.Email and Ticket Writing:
Write short, complete and polite updates covering the issue, impact, action, owner and next update.Learning Attitude:
Show interest in learning new technology, applications, SOPs and school processes.Ownership:
Be punctual, alert, energetic and willing to follow issues until confirmed closure.Behaviour:
Remain calm, patient and respectful. Do not argue with users and always follow school discipline.Presentation:
Be clean, presentable, appropriately dressed and display the approved identity card.Teamwork:
Work well with school staff, Central IT, Application Owners, vendors and peers; escalate early without blame.Confidentiality:
Protect student, user, credential, CCTV and business information at all times.- 9. Working and Service Expectations
- Follow the assigned school roster, duty days, timings and approved shifts.
- Be available for planned examinations, admissions, parent activities and school events when scheduled.
- Acknowledge and escalate critical school-wide or safety-related issues
- Acknowledge high-impact issues and normal.
- Use only authorized credentials, tools, software, spares and change procedures.
- Provide a complete handover before planned leave. A candidate assigned as a backup resource must remain trained and ready for immediate deployment, including one-day absence.
- Complete background verification, induction, confidentiality requirements and required technical assessments before deployment.
Desired Qualification
- Post Graduate In the IT or ITES.
- Diploma in IT, Computer Science, Electronics, BCA, BSc IT or equivalent recognized technical qualification
Experience
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on onsite Level 1 IT support
- Expected Competencies :
- ERP Knowledge.
- Application Support expertise.
- Know How analysis.
- Networking and related Knowledge.
- MS Office and Outlook Configuration.
- Knowledge of User Directory.