New Job Openings! We are currently looking for Technology Sales Consultants for our office in Lexington, Kentucky. See below for details.

Excalibur Technology is always looking for great people to join our team! If you are a highly-motivated and highly-talented individual looking for an incredible opportunity in high tech, please submit your resume. We ask more from our team members than do other companies, and you will work harder here than anywhere else, but you will also have amazing opportunities available to you. This company is like nothing you have ever experienced – you are completely in control of your own personal success. Think you have what it takes to work among some of the best skilled people in the industry? Then apply today!

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Job Openings in Lexington, KY

TECHNOLOGY SALES CONSULTANT

Job Description:

Sales & Consulting position in Network Technology. Base salary with recurring revenue commissions.

Strong cold calling, marketing and phone sales are must. This position requires initial time invested in prospecting to build a working client base. Once a client base is established higher emphasis is placed on account and client management and consulting. Computer knowledge is required, basic computer networking and network infra-structure knowledge is a plus.

Job Purpose:

• Prospect, market, build and maintain client relationships with the SMB market for the purpose of selling Network Consulting services and products.
• Increases sales by developing sales opportunities, and client solutions; supporting/maintaining accounts.

Duties:

• Build client base through pro-active prospecting and marketing.
• Supports clients by providing technical expertise and solutions.
• Defines customer solution issues by conferring with clients; evaluating customer conditions; specifying requirements and process flow; coordinating with Technical staff to present customer requirements into technical business solution; conducting support ability reviews.
• Develops and presents Network Infrastructure Design and Support offerings by evaluating business requirements; evaluating alternative solutions; determining best of breed and best IT solutions/offerings; providing cost estimates; defining specifications; planning and establishing systems integration.
• Updates job knowledge by tracking and understanding emerging technologies; learning current and pre-release systems, products, platforms, and complimentary tools; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations; both sales and technical.

Skills/Qualifications:

Presenting and Selling Technical Information, Training , Competitive Analysis, Understanding the Customer, Requirements Analysis, Technical Understanding, General Consulting Skills, Verbal Communication, Vendor Relationships, Motivation for Sales Prospecting and closing sales opportunities. Problem Solving, Client Relationships, Quality Focus, Motivation for Sales, Developing Marketing Plans, Market Knowledge, Understanding the Customer, Closing Skills, Foster Teamwork, Training Management, Meeting Sales Goals

The professional we seek will have a high energy level with great interpersonal skills and thrive on multiple challenges with 2-3 years minimum direct sales experience or the equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training is required. A high school diploma is required. Must possess the ability to organize and prioritize work activities and meet deadlines in order to produce consistent results. This individual must exhibit the ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with co-workers, clients, and others encountered during the course of business day and demonstrate strong orientation to customer service.

Job Openings in Barrington, IL

HELP DESK and COMPUTER REPAIR/SUPPORT TECHNICIAN

Job Description:

We are seeking an individual with high energy, willing to learn and aptitude to learn quickly, with an enthusiasm for computers and technology to join our staff. This person must be a self starter who is hungry for knowledge, outstanding ability to create and maintain interpersonal relationships. Candidates must also possess excellent customer service skills and want a career and an opportunity to grow and develop. Strong organizational and time management skills required. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Flexibility to work on weekends and after-hours when needed.

Responsibilities will include:
On a day to day basis, candidate will provide telephone and e-mail support to users on standard Windows desktop applications, Windows Server, security, email and web applications for clients. This position will serve as the initial point of contact for troubleshooting HW/SW, PC and Printer problems. Position responsibilities also include building of custom PC's and servers. Diagnose and repair of desktop and laptop computers, and also perform upgrades.

Position hours are M-F 8:30-5:30 but does require some night and weekend project work.

Experience:
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Desktop Administrator/Help Desk Specialist
At least 3 years of experience with Windows XP, Office 2003
Excellent customer support skills
Proven computer hardware and software troubleshooting ability
Ability to escalate more difficult technical issues to appropriate levels of support
Understand basic Windows networking

Education and Certifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a technical training program in PC repair.
1 to 2 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training.
Must be willing to complete CompTIA A+ Certification or hold a current A+ certification.
Position includes health and dental plan, vacation, retirement savings, purchasing discounts, and monthly bonus opportunities.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST PASS A SECURITY CLEARANCE BACK-GROUND CHECK IN ORDER TO BE QUALIFIED.

WEB PROGRAMMER

Job Description:

Excalibur Technology is a leading full service IT solutions provider for northern Illinois. Excalibur is a rare find among IT consulting firms because of the many services and products that we offer. This includes solutions for all computer and technology needs including: Internet services, web site design and development, graphic design, custom software and application development, web and email hosting, PC consultation and repair, network support, and more.

We are looking for a self-motivated, well organized, and experienced programmer / developer to join our ever-growing team of IT professionals. Qualified candidates must be able to handle multiple projects and a variety of tasks.

This position includes multiple tasks within our Web and Internet Division. While this position is generally geared towards programmers, other tasks will include phone support, server administration, DNS configuration, domain transfers and more.

Excalibur is primarily a Windows based IT firm. Most of our clients’ platforms are Windows based and all of our web servers are Windows servers. With this in mind, a qualified candidate must meet the position requirements below.

Position requires the following skill set:

1. Must have experience with HTML, CSS, and ASP.
2. Strong knowledge of SQL and relational database design.
3. Familiar with either SQL or MySQL server administration.
4. Object oriented programming, C#/VB.NET and ASP.NET experience greatly desired.
5. Basic to intermediate design experience utilizing Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Macromedia Fireworks, Macromedia FLASH or PaintShop Pro.
6. Basic understanding and knowledge of email configurations and Internet connectivity.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Program and develop websites / applications from start to finish
2. Create site layout designs
3. Client consultation
4. Generate project proposals
5. Web, email and Internet related phone support
6. Maintain already established web sites designed by Excalibur or other design firms
7. Process domain transfers
8. Set new domains up on servers
9. Develop in-house applications

All candidates must work well both as a team and as an individual. Many of our projects are assigned to one programmer at a time. Other times, larger projects are split between multiple developers.

Benefits:

1. Medical and Dental Insurance
2. 401K (Simple IRA)
3. Profit Sharing
4. Billable Hour Bonuses
5. Monthly / Bi-Monthly Planned Company Activities
6. Annual Company Trip
7. Friendly Work Environment

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR

Job Description:

We are currently seeking an outside Network Administrator to support our customers within a 50 mile radius of Barrington, IL. Candidates must have at least one year solid field experience with network support services, routers and desktop support. MCSE, A+ and Network+ or equivalent knowledge a requirement. Applicants whom do not have these certifications will be required to complete them within 120 days of hire. Applicants must also have a working knowledge and field experience with standard software applications, hardware maintenance, routers, switches, TCP/IP routing, viruses and security measures. Candidates must also have exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills and be able to work well independently. Reliable transportation is a requirement. Benefits include: base salary, mileage reimbursement, allowance for health, dental and disability insurance, paid time off, and monthly performance bonuses. Starting salary based on qualifications. There is a three hour test required to be considered for employment.

TECHNOLOGY SALES CONSULTANT

Job Description:

Sales & Consulting position in Network Technology. Base salary with recurring revenue commissions.

Strong cold calling, marketing and phone sales are must. This position requires initial time invested in prospecting to build a working client base. Once a client base is established higher emphasis is placed on account and client management and consulting. Computer knowledge is required, basic computer networking and network infra-structure knowledge is a plus.

Job Purpose:

• Prospect, market, build and maintain client relationships with the SMB market for the purpose of selling Network Consulting services and products.
• Increases sales by developing sales opportunities, and client solutions; supporting/maintaining accounts.

Duties:

• Build client base through pro-active prospecting and marketing.
• Supports clients by providing technical expertise and solutions.
• Defines customer solution issues by conferring with clients; evaluating customer conditions; specifying requirements and process flow; coordinating with Technical staff to present customer requirements into technical business solution; conducting support ability reviews.
• Develops and presents Network Infrastructure Design and Support offerings by evaluating business requirements; evaluating alternative solutions; determining best of breed and best IT solutions/offerings; providing cost estimates; defining specifications; planning and establishing systems integration.
• Updates job knowledge by tracking and understanding emerging technologies; learning current and pre-release systems, products, platforms, and complimentary tools; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations; both sales and technical.

Skills/Qualifications:

Presenting and Selling Technical Information, Training , Competitive Analysis, Understanding the Customer, Requirements Analysis, Technical Understanding, General Consulting Skills, Verbal Communication, Vendor Relationships, Motivation for Sales Prospecting and closing sales opportunities. Problem Solving, Client Relationships, Quality Focus, Motivation for Sales, Developing Marketing Plans, Market Knowledge, Understanding the Customer, Closing Skills, Foster Teamwork, Training Management, Meeting Sales Goals

The professional we seek will have a high energy level with great interpersonal skills and thrive on multiple challenges with 2-3 years minimum direct sales experience or the equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training is required. A high school diploma is required. Must possess the ability to organize and prioritize work activities and meet deadlines in order to produce consistent results. This individual must exhibit the ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with co-workers, clients, and others encountered during the course of business day and demonstrate strong orientation to customer service.

TELEMARKETER / INSIDE SALES CONSULTANT

Job Description:

Reporting to the Sales Manager, the Inside Sales Consultant is a key member of our sales team. This position will require you to parlay business contacts that you make into a long term business relationship, as well as market our extensive services and product solutions to small and medium business entities, via phone, mail, electronic marketing and in person. Along with a solid understanding of computer and networking products and services, your previous successful phone and direct sales experience could serve you well.

This is an entry level sales position intended to provide experience in direct sales and account management activities. Incumbents are responsible for providing pricing and services availability information to clients on the telephone, as well as solicit orders for services and products over the telephone. A solid understanding of our products and services and the ability to sell technology with extraordinary customer satisfaction are the qualities that will make you very successful in this opportunity.

The professional that we seek should be able to demonstrate strong communication skills, thrive in fast pace environment with multiple challenges and possess the ability to organize and prioritize work activities to produce consistent results. You must be able to establish and maintain productive working relationships with other staff members, and clients, and also posses a strong customer service ethic. Qualified candidates will have a high school education and a minimum of 1-2 years business sales experience in Direct Sales environment. You will earn an hourly wage and qualify for our highly competitive commission based compensation plan.

 

E-mail your resume to jobs@excaltech.com along with your salary requirements.