IT Hardware Technician – Enterprise

IT Hardware Technician – Refurbished Servers, Workstations, Switches

Ribchester, PR3 3XL | Full-Time | £26,436.80 Per Year (£12.71/hr) + uncapped bonus | Monday to Friday | 08:30 to 17:00

About Us

At 1st Technologies, we are a market leader in IT refurbishment, supplying high-end, sustainable IT solutions to businesses worldwide. We specialise in workstations, rack servers, and enterprise IT equipment from top brands like Dell and HP, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

As champions of the circular economy, we are committed to reducing e-waste and maximising the lifespan of IT hardware, offering businesses a greener, more affordable alternative to brand-new technology—without compromising on performance.

Your Role

As an IT Hardware Technician, you will primarily work within the Test & Audit department, where you’ll test, validate, and quality check a wide range of IT equipment including servers, workstations, switches, and storage arrays to ensure they meet customer specifications and company standards.

A key part of this role will involve hardware and component testing, including the validation and testing of large batches of components before they are stocked or deployed. Components tested may include RAM, HDDs, SSDs, graphics cards, PCI/PCIe cards, CPUs, and other enterprise hardware.

This is a fast-paced and hands-on role requiring strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and good communication skills. The successful candidate must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team.

We are looking for someone flexible and adaptable who is willing to support other departments and teams when required to meet business needs. Assisting across multiple operational areas will be an expected part of the role, offering variety and opportunities to broaden your technical experience and skill set..

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assembling computer systems, including workstations and servers
• Installing hardware components (CPUs, RAM, storage, etc.)
• Organising cables for optimal airflow and aesthetics
• Conducting quality control checks to meet company standards
• Test, update, and configure major brand Servers, and workstations with the latest operating systems and firmware
• Perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and carry out minor repairs
• Stress test components and record data
• Stay updated with the latest hardware trends and technology
• Adhere to workplace safety, including safe handling of equipment and compliance with company policies
• Handle IT equipment (up to 25kg) and work on your feet for extended periods

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, or demonstrable experience gained through personal projects, passion, or hobby.
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently when needed
• Excellent IT knowledge to board level with a problem-solving mindset
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in fast paced working environment

Why Join Us?

• Salary: £26,436.80 per year (£12.71/hr) + uncapped incentive bonus
• 30 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 33 days with service
• Pension & life assurance for financial security
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme & GP24 access
• Specsavers eyecare benefits
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Employee perks – including discounts, cycle-to-work, and tech/home schemes

If you’re passionate about IT hardware, organised, and love testing and repairing computers, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and join the 1st Tech team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £26,436.80 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Preston PR3 3XL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Please explain why you are the best candidate for this role and when your passion for IT began. (We highly value considered responses here)
• What knowledge do you have about servers and workstations? If you have limited experience, how would you demonstrate your ability to build and test this equipment? (We highly value considered responses here)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Computer hardware: 2 years (preferred)
• Computer repair: 2 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person