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Help Desk Analyst - Part Time
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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.
$50,006 / year median in Michigan
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Respond to incoming support requests, assess technical issues, and determine the appropriate next steps for resolution.
- Prepare and deploy desktops and laptops by imaging systems, installing required applications, and confirming device readiness for users.
- Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot workstations to ensure reliable performance across daily operations.
- Install and configure printers and related hardware, including resolving connectivity and device communication problems.
- Diagnose and address common hardware and software issues affecting laptops, desktops, and peripheral equipment.
- Perform software installations, updates, and upgrades while verifying compatibility and proper functionality.
- Support hardware refresh activities, including component replacements and equipment upgrades as needed.
- Provide onsite desktop support in a fast-paced operational setting while documenting completed work and recurring issues. Requirements
- Experience providing hands-on desktop or help desk support in an onsite environment.
- Working knowledge of laptop and workstation hardware, including setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Ability to image PCs or laptops and prepare devices for end-user deployment.
- Familiarity with installing, upgrading, and supporting software applications and operating systems.
- Experience supporting printers, peripheral devices, and hardware connectivity issues.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across both hardware and software problems.
- Ability to manage multiple support tasks while delivering responsive customer service.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or data center-related environment is a plus.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance