IT Help Desk Generalist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 1 day ago

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2

Skills

Microsoft Windows
Server Administration
Servers
Microsoft Windows Server
Help Desk
Technical Support

Job Details

A client of ours in Indianola is seeking an IT Help Desk Generalist to provide front-line support and perform troubleshooting, implementing resolutions to various hardware and software issues.
Work model:

  • On-Site

What you will do:

  • Provide support for incoming requests to the help desk to ensure courteous, timely, and effective resolution of end-user issues remotely or in person
  • Provision accounts and system setup for new hires, including email, telephone, and multi-factor authentication (MFA) software
  • Install and configure hardware and software, systems, printers, and scanners
  • Use remote tools to resolve end-user support requests
  • Provide hands-on assistance at the desktop level when necessary
  • Install and maintain antivirus software and ensure virus definitions are up to date
  • Responsible for ordering software and hardware as directed and maintaining an equipment inventory
  • Provide technical assistance to end users with a VoIP phone system
  • Server administration with Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, File & Print services
  • Network firewall and switch administration, configuration, and maintenance
  • Assist with the management of PC s, servers, backup systems, and virtual infrastructure
  • Assist with and maintain the VMware environment
  • Monitor and maintain backup systems and remote storage
  • Establish and maintain good relationships with all departments and colleagues

What you will need to be successful:

  • Knowledge of PC/Server hardware and software
  • Understanding Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft Office 365 user account management
  • Understanding Windows Server 2019, 2022, and 2025 configuration and installation
  • Understanding Windows 10/11 workstation setup, imaging, and installation
  • Knowledge of application push methodologies
  • Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and exercise independent judgment
  • Able to provide help with a digital phone system
  • Cisco experience preferred
  • VMware experience preferred
  • Experience with backup and recovery systems preferred
  • Ability to set up desktop or laptop computers, install hardware for servers and other systems
  • Knowledge of basic technical aspects of computers, networks, structured cabling, and telecommunications equipment
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