Help Desk Specialist

Overview

Hybrid
$42,000 - $47,000
Full Time
No Travel Required

Skills

help desk
technical support

Job Details

Please Note: This position will be mostly remote, but training in the office for the first 5-6 weeks and you may need to come into the office occasionally; candidates must be in the Kansas City area.
Responsibilities

  • Provide first-level technical support for computer software and hardware products and services.
  • Respond to and diagnose problems through discussions with users including problem recognition, research, isolation, and resolution steps.
  • Resolve basic to moderately complex problems while referring more complex problems to senior level technicians.
  • Assist users who inquire how to use specific software, email, or operating systems.
  • Proactively use existing processes and tools (i.e., Problem Management, Database, and Help Desk Systems) to support office staff and equipment.
  • Handle calls and tickets as the primary duty; may be asked to help with projects.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and deploy Windows 7/10, as well as some Apple products.
  • Troubleshoot mobile devices (iPhone/iPad and Android).
  • Troubleshoot network printer and multifunction devices.
  • Troubleshoot Microsoft Office.
  • Work daily with internal customers via phone and email, as well as occasional walk-ups.
  • Accurately record all work and troubleshooting steps on tickets in the ServiceNow Ticketing System.
  • Maintain a positive, professional attitude always.

Requirements

  • 1-2 years of experience in a Microsoft Windows environment, handling Level-1 calls for desktop and laptop break/fix support.
  • Experience using and troubleshooting Microsoft Office (O365).
  • Experience using ticketing systems (ServiceNow preferred).
  • Experience managing and troubleshooting Windows 7/10 workstations.
  • Proficiency in managing and troubleshooting Microsoft desktop operating systems.
  • Demonstrated superior customer service skills..
  • Ability to document technical processes clearly.
  • Working knowledge of Active Directory users and computers.
  • Working knowledge of mobile devices including Android, iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers.