Hiring Computer Techs.

[Jason]

They will hire techs without degrees. If you can promise to get your A+ within 90 days of hire, you can probably get in the door. The A+ exam is not that difficult, especially if you're a hands-on Linux person. I sent this to PLUG because Linux is very much emerging and the more Linux knowledgable people they get in the door, the better off it is for everyone involved. I currently have a Linux+ and A+ certification. Working on Novell CLP and a degree in programming. So, do you need a degree? Definitely not to get through the door. Will it be beneficial to get one later? Definitely.

One thing that may help is that they have an Educational Reimbursement Plan. If you are full-time, they will pay up to $5000.00 a year for your education as long as it's related to your position. They also have health, dental, 401k...etc. The full package. Definitely worth looking into. 

 >>  hi.
 >>  do they hire people without degrees?  i love fooling
 >>  with computers but have no credentials.
 >>  thanks,
 >>  rich

 >>  --- Jason Spatafore <jason at spatafore.net> wrote:

 >>  > Just a friendly "We're hiring" going out to the
 >>  > PLUGers in Phoenix.
 >>  > 
 >>  > Avnet Inc. is hiring numerous people for technical
 >>  > work. If you can read
 >>  > instructions and follow them 100% to the letter,
 >>  > it's a good place to
 >>  > work. There's lots of hours available and
 >>  > benefits...etc. Please put my
 >>  > name on the application when applying and even let
 >>  > me know if you applied
 >>  > so I can confirm when questioned. (You might even
 >>  > ask if you can get a
 >>  > "same-day" interview. I've heard of it happening.)
 >>  > 
 >>  > 
 >>  > Location
 >>  > 3201 E. Harbour Dr.
 >>  > Phoenix, AZ 85034
 >>  > 
 >>  > The pay is not "the best" but it's a billion dollar
 >>  > company that is
 >>  > growing like crazy. If you're looking for a stable
 >>  > job, it's definitely a
 >>  > good company to go with. They like people who love
 >>  > to work with computers
 >>  > and they are thrilled with people who have ideas and
 >>  > ways to implement
 >>  > such. Anyway, give it a shot if you're interested.
 >>  > Much room for growth,
 >>  > etc.
 >>  > 
 >>  > 
 >>  > Sincerely,
 >>  > Jason Spatafore
 >>  > 
 >>  > PS: A+ Preferred but not necessarily required. Good
 >>  > computer knowledge is
 >>  > the necessity.
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Sincerely,

Jason Spatafore