Support Specialist

Why BCAA?

Feel proud of what you do and help shape the future of BC at a BC Top Employer. We’re driven by purpose - delivering peace of mind to one in three BC households with insurance, roadside assistance, auto repair, Evo Car Share and Evolve E-Bike Share. With a long history of keeping roads safe and giving back in ways that build stronger communities, we offer a wide variety of meaningful, rewarding careers that move BC forward.

We are currently hiring a Support Specialist - Service Desk (Intern) based in our Head Office.
- Please note_ t_his is an on-site internship/co-op position for eight (8) weeks, based at our Burnaby Head Office. It is open to current post-secondary students enrolled in a technical program_. _Applicants who are not _located_ within commuting distance of our Head Office or are not looking to _relocate_ to the Greater Vancouver region will not be considered._

As a Support Specialist - Service Desk (Intern), you’ll gain hands-on experience in a professional IT environment while supporting our Service Desk and Desktop Support teams. This opportunity is designed for students looking to build foundational knowledge in IT support, systems, and operations. You’ll contribute to a wide variety of operational and administrative tasks such as inventory tracking, hardware setup, user account provisioning, and internal documentation—all while learning how IT teams function in a fast-paced, enterprise setting.

Who you are- You’re currently enrolled in a post-secondary IT, Computer Science, or related program and are eager to build a career in IT support or systems administration.- You’re tech-curious and ready to learn, whether it’s troubleshooting hardware, updating documentation, or assisting with internal IT tasks.- You’re organized, reliable, and bring a proactive, team-oriented attitude to everything you do.- You communicate clearly, manage your time well, and are comfortable asking questions when you need help.- You have strong attention to detail and are comfortable with Microsoft 365, Windows, and basic hardware components.

What you’ll do- Support the Service Desk and Desktop Support teams with operational tasks, user requests, and documentation.-
- Monitor queues and help update tickets with notes and follow-ups.- Assist with hardware setup, device imaging, and deployment for onboarding or transitioning staff.- Help maintain accurate inventory records for laptops, peripherals, and IT accessories.- Participate in inventory audits and procurement coordination.-
- Support internal software installations and updates based on process guides.- Contribute to small IT projects like documentation updates, hardware rollouts, and software audits.- Perform general troubleshooting prep work and support team members with ad hoc tasks.

What you bring- Currently enrolled in a Diploma or Degree program in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.- 0-1 year of experience in a technical support or IT-related role (co-ops, academic projects, part-time or volunteer work welcome).- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word) and Windows OS.- Basic understanding of common hardware components.- Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills.- Willingness to take direction and contribute to a collaborative team environment.- Interest in growing your career in IT support, systems, or desktop services.- Bonus skills:
- Exposure to IT service management tools like ServiceNow or Jira.- Experience with inventory tracking or understanding of asset lifecycle in IT.

Internal Applicants: Please note that the internal posting closes on May 8th, 2025, and the role is a Grade 5 position.
- The salary range for this position is $22.68/hr to $28.35/hr and is determined via job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, market demand and internal equity.

What we offer:
- The chance to make a difference every day in the lives of British Columbians, BCAA Members and our communities.- Career and personal development to help you grow and reach your goals.- Incentives that recognize team and individual sales and performance.- Flexible benefits to support your health and lifestyle, and wellness dollars* to keep your body, mind and soul thriving.- A competitive rewards package including salary performance bonus programs, pension plan*, and more to help build your personal wealth.- Paid time off including vacation, and days for wellness, volunteering, and cultural, spiritual or religious connection.- BCAA membership, with valuable perks and Member savings on every day and special spending, from gas and coffee to clothes, sports and event tickets, and hotels.- Meaningful, rewarding work for a BC Top Employer known for putting people first and constantly building a better workplace for all our team members.
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