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DirectedLINK LLC

IT Technical Aid

Los Angeles, CA

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Title: IT Technical Aid Employment Type: Contract (12-24+ Months) Compensation Range: $22.00-$25.00 per hour Location: Los Angeles, CA Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (Part-Time, 20 ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for tech aid in California is $21.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $24.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Tech Aids, or Technology Aides, are support professionals who assist with the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of technology in various settings, such as schools, offices, or healthcare facilities. Their responsibilities can include installing hardware and software, helping users with technical issues, and ensuring that equipment runs smoothly. Tech Aids often act as the first point of contact for technical support and may also help with training staff or students on how to use new technology. Their role is crucial for maintaining the efficiency and functionality of technology-dependent environments.

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To thrive as a Tech Aid, you need a solid understanding of basic IT concepts, troubleshooting skills, and often a high school diploma or relevant technical certification. Familiarity with help desk ticketing systems, operating systems (like Windows or macOS), and common office software is typically required. Strong communication, patience, and a customer-service mindset are vital soft skills for assisting users and resolving issues efficiently. These abilities are crucial for ensuring smooth technical operations and providing effective support in fast-paced environments.

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Tech Aids often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting a wide range of technical issues and communicating complex information to users with varying levels of technical knowledge. To address these obstacles, it's important to stay patient, ask clarifying questions, and use clear, jargon-free language when assisting users. Additionally, Tech Aids should keep up-to-date with the latest technology trends and organizational systems, as this helps in providing accurate and efficient support. Collaborating closely with IT team members and documenting solutions can also streamline issue resolution and improve the overall support process.

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Infographic showing various Tech Aid job openings in California as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, 51% Part Time, and 6% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,186 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Desktop Support Technician Level III with Security Clearance

March Air Reserve Base, CA • On-site

Quantum Sky
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$30 - $35/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Responsibilities: * Diagnose and resolve customer reported system incidents, problems, and events.
* Administer accounts, network rights, and access to systems and equipment.
* Troubleshoot system hardware and software.
* Identify possible causes of degradation of system performance or availability and initiating actions needed to mitigate this degradation.
* Knowledge of systems administration concepts.
* Knowledge of the operations and processes for incident, problem, and event management.
* Knowledge of electronic devices (e.g., computer systems/components, access control devices, digital cameras, electronic organizers, hard drives, memory cards, modems, network components, printers, removable storage devices, scanners, telephones, copiers, credit card skimmers, facsimile machines, global positioning systems [GPSs]).
* Knowledge of successful capabilities to identify the solutions to less common and more complex system problems.
* Develop a trend analysis and impact report.
* Leverage knowledge of cloud computing service models Software as Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS), as needed.
* Support iOS and Android Operating Systems and VMware WorkspaceOne Mobile Device Manager
* Troubleshoot VMware WorkspaceOne enrollment issues.
* Troubleshoot VMware WorkspaceOne Application Assignment issues.
Qualifications
Required: * Three or more years of experience managing network modernization work or system projects of similar scope and complexity.
* Experience as a desktop support technician or equivalent.
* Capabilities needed to deliver in-person and remote IT aid.
* Fantastic installation, diagnostic, upgrade, and restoration abilities.
* Knowledge of iOS and Android Operating Systems
* Knowledge of VMware WorkspaceOne Mobile Device Manager
* Troubleshoot VMware WorkspaceOne enrollment issues and VMware WorkspaceOne Application Assignment issues.
* Excellent vertical and lateral thinking.
* Superb time management skills.
* Clear written and verbal communication.
* Knowledge of cloud computing service models Software as Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Platform as a Service (PaaS), as needed.
* Forbearing, flexible, and supportive
* ACTIVE IAT II Security Plus + Certification
* Provide onsite support at March AFB.
Clearance: * Active DoD Secret clearance
Compensation: * Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The hourly range for this position is typically between $30/hr-$35/hr. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
Benefits: * Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.
The world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it.  At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky?  Quantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.

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