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Desktop Consultant - Onsite
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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.
$56,425 / year median in New Jersey
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Job Role:
Desktop Consultant Location:
Newark , NJ (Onsite)
Duration:
Long Term Project We Do C2C and W2 We are looking for a qualified Desktop Engineer for out 1stshift, 24/7 team, who has experience troubleshooting computer issues and supporting customers in person, by phone, email, and remote access tools. Support and troubleshoot hardware and software problems for desktop and laptop computers and conduct remote problem solving when necessary.
Required Skills:
Install hardware and software on workstations. Set up and maintain network and telecommunications systems. Troubleshoot LAN, server, wi-fi and connectivity issues. Utilize ticketing system, when necessary. Manage Windows Active Directory and Exchange. Re-image computers, perform data migrations andrestorations. Work closely with other IT employees on system maintenanceand configuration projects. Work closely with other SLA employees on interdepartmentalprojects. Maintain accurate asset management records. Work with vendors and manufacturers on repair andmaintenance of IT equipment. College degree and/or 4-6 years' experience. Ability to help employees solve hardware and softwareproblems. Experience with Windows Active Directory& Office 365. Experience troubleshooting network issues in large office setups. Experience supporting and troubleshooting printer systems. Familiarity with DHCP,DNS, LAN, WAN, and other common networking concepts. Strong customer service and communication skills. Experience with a scripting language preferred. Must be able to work on Saturdays and certain Holidays. Basic understanding of ITIL foundation processes, i.e.
Incident, Request, Change, etc. MDM experience, specifically Airwatch, is a plus.