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IT Service Desk Tech III
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What they do
A Help Desk Technician or Analyst provides technical support to computer users. Handles customer inquiries and works to resolve technical issues with computer hardware, software or networks. Provides customer support by phone, email, live chat or with screen sharing. May refer customers with complex system or application problems for more advanced technical support. Tracks help requests using a ticketing system.
$57,128 / year median in Connecticut
-18% projected decline
Job Description
Information Technology:
Provide high availability of a flexible, reliable, secure, and cost-effective technology environment. Strategically plan, train, and implement technology for future company needs. This position reports to the IT Infrastructure Operations Manager and will consistently interact with all departments and personnel within the company. The IT Service Desk Technician's role is to: Ensure a smooth end-user technology experience to efficiently accomplish business Prioritizing and actively resolving end-user technology service desk requests independently and with the assistance of other IT personnel as escalation of requests when needed while still owning the userEssential Duties and Responsibilities :
The main activities of the role are: Be the "First Responder'' for all end-user service desk issues/requests Field incoming help requests from end users in a courteous manner. Requests may be received by Service Desk ticket, telephone, e-mail, messaging, or in-person. Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and Performing preventative maintenance, including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals. Prioritize problems with assistance from other members of the IT Transfer/escalate problems (when required) to the appropriately experienced IT team member. Document all pertinent end user identification information, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem or Build relationships with the end-user community/ Provide excellent customer service Record, track, and document the service desk request problem-solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made, and actions taken, through to final Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources on the Internet to aid in problem Identify and learn appropriate software hardware & solutions used and supported by the test fixes to ensure the problem has been adequately. Perform post-resolution follow-ups to help. Develop documentation and frequently asked questions lists for end users. Facilitate a strong and collaborative environment by consistent and effective communication with end users. Frequently inform other team members about the status. of requests and changes to the environment that impact others. Manage user accounts, permissions, and security groups in Active Directory and/or Azure AD, including multi-factor authentication. Collaborate with application, network, and server teams for seamless cross-functional support and incident. Proactively monitor system alerts and endpoint management dashboards to identify and resolve issues before they impact end users. Utilize advanced diagnostic tools, scripts, and system logs to perform root cause analysis on persistent or highly technical. Lead or coordinate targeted employee training sessions on security awareness, system changes, or new technology.Skills Required:
Strong working knowledge and experience in implementing and maintaining the following technologies: Knowledge of end-user computer hardware and software PCs (Windows 7/8/10) / MacOS (OSX10+) Printers/Printing Mobile phone set-up and support Application support experience Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Adobe Creative Suite Videoconferencing (Zoom and Teams) Strong knowledge and interest in technology products and trends Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and questioning Analytical thinker with experience in finding solutions to problems from multiple data points Collaborative team player skills with ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships Experience with Service Tracking and Ticketing Systems strongly preferred Education and/orWork Experience Requirements:
At least 3 years of experience supporting the desktop technology needs of local and remote users. A bachelor's degree is preferred Technology certifications are a plusTravel Requirements:
Up to 10% - Travel to our other locations for IT Support as neededPhysical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Education Preferred Bachelors or better in Information Technology Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.Benefits
- Dental Insurance