Why You'll Love This Job
Job Summary:
We are currently seeking a skilled and customer-oriented IT Help Desk Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical support and assistance to our employees and clients, resolving IT-related issues, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of our IT systems. The ideal candidate should have strong troubleshooting skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service.
Responsibilities:
1. Working with our existing MSP to respond to IT support requests and inquiries from employees and clients in a timely and professional manner, either via phone, email, or in person.
2. Provide basic diagnosis and troubleshooting of hardware, software, network, and system issues reported by end-users, helping identify the root cause and providing appropriate solutions when known and escalating to higher level support at our MSP when appropriate.
3. Install and configure applications for employees that require non-standard programs.
4. Assist in the set-up and deployment of new workstations and laptops for corporate employees.
5. Utilizing our MSP’s Ticketing system, maintain accurate records of IT support requests, including details of issues encountered and solutions provided.
7. Collaborate with other IT team members to escalate and resolve complex technical issues and ensure timely resolution.
8. Provide basic training and guidance to end-users on the use of hardware, software, and applications to enhance their productivity and efficiency as needed and appropriate.
9. Contribute to the improvement of the IT services delivered to users by collaborating with our IT Management Staff to provide insight into the issues faced by the Help Desk team as well as those challenges being faced by users.
10. Contribute to the development and maintenance of IT documentation, including user manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and knowledge base articles.
Qualifications:
1. Certification in any IT field is preferred. Most relevant certifications CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Professional, or other MCSE Path related certifications.
2. Proven experience (1-3 years) in providing technical support and troubleshooting at a help desk or similar role.
3. Strong knowledge of computer hardware, Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office.
4. Basic understanding of the purpose of equipment involved in Networking (Router, Switch, Firewall etc)
5. Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving common hardware and software problems, such as hardware failures, software conflicts, and malware infections.
6. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical individuals in a clear and concise manner.
7. Strong customer service orientation, patience, and empathy to provide exceptional support and ensure a positive end-user experience.
8. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple support requests while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
9. Proactive attitude, self-motivated, and a willingness to continuously learn and improve technical skills.
If you are a customer-focused individual with a passion for problem-solving and enjoy helping others with their technical issues, we invite you to apply for the position of IT Help Desk Technician. Join our team and play a vital role in providing efficient and effective IT support to our organization, contributing to the smooth functioning of our IT infrastructure and ensuring end-user satisfaction.