Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards Lifesciences, we’re dedicated to developing ground-breaking technologies with a genuine impact on patients’ lives. At the core of this commitment is our investment in cutting-edge information technology. This supports our innovation and collaboration on a global scale, enabling our diverse teams to optimize both efficiency and success. As part of our IT team, your expertise and commitment will help facilitate our patient-focused mission by developing and enhancing technological solutions.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Configure and manage customer workstation, portable computing devices and peripherals (Following defined imaging and deployment processes)
• Perform daily support (moves, adds, changes, etc.) for desktops, laptops, peripheral equipment and other IT related hardware (ex. VOIP Phones, A/V support as applicable for your region, etc.)
• Manage installation of desktops, laptops, peripheral equipment and other IT related hardware
• Training users in various situations, educating them regarding use of hardware, its software and related systems. Training would be brief, one-on-one, small group, ad-hoc and hands on "How-to" instructions
• Perform lifecycle upgrades and projects as directed
• Manage priorities based on Service requests and incident tickets while regularly updating tickets to reflect work performed
• Troubleshoot and repair hardware and/or Software for desktops, laptops, peripheral equipment and other IT related hardware (Tier 1/2)
• Coordinate activities with third party vendors as needed (Order fulfillment, Warrantees, Project Needs, Vendor relations / feedback, and so forth)
• Provide appropriate visibility of costs related to service requests and comply to approval requirements
• Assist the business with tablet and mobile device support to meet operational / business needs
• Other incidental duties
• Manage port connections to provide point of use network availability; Assist in answering Help Desk Calls from Users on an as needed basis
• Manage assets including physical and electronic identification and control

What you'll need (Required):

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of three years experience of work experience including IT hardware/software experience

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Associate's Degree or equivalent in or technical degree/certificate in related discipline
• Other: CompTIA A+ certification
• Microsoft Certified Desktop Technician
• Ability to manage users and PC's using Active Directory
• Proficient in Microsoft suite of applications (Windows 2008 and Windows 2012 server, Windows 7, Microsoft Office and Outlook)
• Ability to perform IT hardware and software diagnostics and repairs (Laptops, desk tops, mobile computing devices, peripherals, IP Phones, handheld scanners, etc.)
• Ability to configure, use and maintain CISCO IP Phones preferred
• Effective cable management skills to maintain organized work stations and data closets required
• Ability to adapt and learn new technologies as needed
• Strong written and verbal skills required
• Problem Solving skills including Trouble shooting techniques required
• Strong customer service focused skills required
• Strong organization and time management skills required
• High level of professionalism during interactions with customers and vendors
• Using PC Images to configure computers for deployment / redeployment required
• Experience using Help Desk ticketing software to manage service tickets and document support provided
• Experience with platforms and applications (e.g, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Outlook/Office365, Internet Explorer, Windows 7, Active Directory, Virtual Private Network (VPN), MobilePASS (one-time password software authentication solution for VPN access)
• Experience using Help Desk ticketing software to manage service tickets
   

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $53,000 to $75,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).  Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.  

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.