About the Role
The Service Desk Technician provides first-level and some second-level IT support to users through phone, email, live chat, and walk-in services. The role involves troubleshooting technical issues, resolving user queries, escalating complex problems, and ensuring timely support for both on-site and remote users.
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Key Responsibilities
- Respond to IT support requests via telephone, email, live chat, and walk-ins.
- Provide first-level and basic second-level technical support to users.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, network, and connectivity issues.
- Support on-site and remote users.
- Set up new user accounts and perform password resets.
- Escalate complex technical issues to second-line support teams.
- Track and follow up on unresolved support requests until closure.
- Assist with software installation and troubleshooting.
- Maintain and update service desk records and web pages.
- Ensure compliance with IT security policies and procedures.
- Provide 24/7 technical support on a shift basis.
- Maintain issue logs and report administrative and security concerns.
- Support the service desk team with daily technical activities.
Requirements
- High School Diploma; a Degree in an IT-related discipline is preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience as an IT Service Desk Analyst or in a similar role.
- Strong computer and technical troubleshooting skills.
- Familiarity with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.
- Knowledge of Wi-Fi, cellular technologies, and general IT troubleshooting.
- Good customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve user technical issues.
- Good teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work in a 24/7 shift-based environment.
