Quick Overview
Salary
$35 - $37/hr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
Brooklyn Park, MN, United States
Posted
Yesterday
TCP/IPServiceNowTechnical Support
Job Description
Job Title: Desktop Support Technician III
Duration: 6 months, potential for extension
Location: Brooklyn Park, MN - 55445
Schedule: On-site
Note:
Candidate will be expected to travel the Minneapolis metroarea daily. Typically, within 30 minutes of the office. Milage will be covered, but worker must provide their own transport.
Pay Rate: $35 - 37/hr
Summary:
The main function of a Desktop Support Technician is to provide technical support and assistance for all computer systems and associated hardware and software within an organization. A typical Desktop Support Technician is responsible for troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining IT equipment, and supporting end-users to ensure smooth operation and minimal downtime.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the first point of contact for employees seeking technical assistance over the phone, email, or in person.
- Perform remote troubleshooting through diagnostic techniques and pertinent questions, resolving technical problems with Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and other systems.
- Install, configure, and upgrade PC software and operating systems, including Windows 10, MS 365, and other required applications.
- Maintain daily performance of computer systems, assisting with hardware setup, and addressing issues related to peripherals such as printers, scanners, and video conferencing equipment.
- Record events, problems, and their resolution in logs or helpdesk software such as ServiceNow and track inventory of equipment and spares.
- Follow up with clients to ensure their systems are functional, providing feedback or training when necessary, and coordinate with other IT staff for problem escalation and resolution.
Skill:
- In-depth knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networking, including hands-on experience with Windows-based environments.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills for resolving a range of technical issues in a timely manner.
- Familiarity with network troubleshooting, services, and tools related to firewalls, VPN, TCP/IP, network routing, and switches.
- Strong customer service orientation with effective communication skills to interpret and advise on technical issues clearly.
- Proven experience with helpdesk or IT support tasks and using issue tracking systems.
- Ability to manage time and priorities within a fast-paced working environment, maintaining detailed records of incidents and solutions.
Preferred Experience:
- Break/Fix troubleshooting
- Service Now (highly preferred)
- SCCM
- Service Suite
- Utility background
- Selected candidate must be a highly motivated self-starter comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Education/Experience:
- Associate s degree in computer science or related field. OR equivalent work experience.
- 5-7 years of experience.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually as applicable.
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