Co-op

Job Description

Job Summary

As a Co-op, you will be an integral part of our team from day one, receiving comprehensive training and engaging in tasks that are important and impactful to the success of our projects. Success in this role hinges on your initiative and teamwork skills. A successful Co-op will effectively apply fundamental technical concepts to real-world challenges, consistently adhering to departmental best practices, and diligently planning and communicating work efforts. You will play a key role in delivering world-class technology solutions within a diverse, collaborative, and high-performing technology team.

McKenney’s boasts a long history of success in hiring Co-ops and supporting their evolution into industry leaders. Many of our current senior leaders began their journey in our highly regarded Co-op program.

Job Responsibilities

• User Support: Provide assistance to both office and field employees for various IT-related issues.
• Hardware Management: Maintain and manage a range of equipment including computers, printers, mobile devices, and rugged field equipment.
• Software Support: Install, update, and provide support for essential business applications such as Microsoft 365, Procore, and Bluebeam.
• Networking: Perform installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of network connectivity at both office locations and active jobsites.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure adherence to cybersecurity protocols, manage access controls, and uphold IT policies.
• Field Tech Support: Set up and maintain the necessary IT infrastructure at job sites to ensure smooth operations.

Basic Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled at a school or university majoring in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related degree. Enrollment in a Co-op program is preferred.
• Availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week (40 hours preferred), Monday through Friday.
• Candidates are encouraged to complete at least two full-time, alternating Co-op rotations before graduation and should avoid a full courseload while working, which may delay graduation.
  • 1st Rotation: Fall 2026
  • 2nd Rotation: Summer 2027

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and detail-focused.
• Productive in fast-paced environments with strong multitasking skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload efficiently.
• Effective communicator across diverse teams, including Project Managers (PMs), drafting, field staff, and fabrication shops.
• Receptive to feedback and committed to growth through continuous improvement and collaboration.

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment. There is no or limited exposure to physical risk; however, occasional jobsite visits may be required, which could involve climbing permanent and temporary stairs/ladders, passenger use of hoists, and navigating active construction areas. Light physical effort handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds may be required occasionally.

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.

McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.