Service Desk Specialist

Service Desk Specialist Consumers Credit Union, Illinois•3.0 Lake Forest, IL Job Details $20.16•$30.24 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance Pension plan Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Desktop computer repair Mobile device support Wireless networking iOS Encryption Hardware maintenance Security policy Implementation (information security management) Windows Printer (troubleshooting support) Software installation Android Microsoft Office Computer hardware Desktop (troubleshooting support) Office equipment installation Team training Computer management Customer support ticket management Networking equipment (troubleshooting support) Technical customer support for office equipment Application Maintenance Technical training 1 year Desktop administration Associate's degree Peripheral hardware support Entry level Active Directory management Ticketing system technical support 802.11 (Wi-Fi) Full Job Description Consumers Credit Union (CCU) is looking for a Service Desk Specialist to join the Tech department! This is an entry-level opportunity where you'll be assisting and providing first-level technical support in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who is tech focused, detail-oriented, and enjoys working with a variety of applications. Location/Schedule Hybrid schedule with 4 days/week at our corporate office in Lake Forest, IL. Local Northern IL/Southeast WI candidates only! As a Service Desk Specialist , you will be responsible for providing first level support, primary Service Desk assistance to employees. This includes performing installations, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair on computer hardware, applications, and peripherals. You'll support PC-based system software, printers, interfaces, and connectivity software. CCU is a dynamic organization that implements process improvements and embraces change to drive continuous growth and efficiency. The ideal candidate will embrace change, deliver consistent, high-quality performance, and effectively manage evolving responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Main Duties and responsibilities:

Install, support, and manage hardware, software, and network components to maintain a stable computing environment Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues for hardware, software, core systems, and front-office applications Support and maintain devices such as scanners, receipt printers, check printers, and document printers Monitor and respond to service desk requests, document solutions, provide recommendations, and assist with staff training Document system changes in the intranet, service desk ticketing system Maintain up-to-date, reliable PC images and ensure laptops and mobile devices comply with company security and encryption standards Consult with management and IT teams to implement and uphold IT standards for control, security, and recoverability Support daily IT department operations and maintain service levels on incoming tickets from service desk, assigning tickets as appropriate

Qualifications:

Associates Degree or completion of specialized tech courses is preferred. 3+ years of work experience in PC usage, hardware/software support or related is preferred. With this being an early career position, the team will consider 1+ years of experience if you have basic knowledge of providing Level 1 support. Technical knowledge working in Active Directory, MS Office 365, Windows 11 operating system, IOS and Android, networking devices including VPN and Wi-Fi. Ability to effectively communicate with non-technical people to diagnose the problem and make them feel comfortable. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. A self-starter with the ability to work independently. Ability to perform physical tasks including frequent bending and lifting of equipment up to 30 lbs Availability to work 40hours/week and be scheduled between the following hours: Monday•

Friday:

7:30AM•6:15

PM, Rotating Saturdays:

8 AM•2 PM.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $20.16 to $30.24 per hour. A specific salary offer considers factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Consumers Credit Union provides eligible employees an opportunity to participate in our medical (High Deductible, HMO and PPO), dental, vision, spending accounts, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance and other plans effective date of hire. You will be eligible to participate in the 401(k) savings plan at any time. You will be automatically enrolled in the pension plan following six months of employment and 1,000 hours of service and reaching age 20. For more information about benefit offerings, please visit our careers page: https://www.myconsumers.org/about/what-we-do/careers (https://www.myconsumers.org/about/what-we-do/careers)

About CCU:

Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lake Forest, IL, Consumers Credit Union (CCU) has $4.3 billion in assets and serves more than 272,000 members, making it one of the largest credit unions in the state. CCU believes that nobody needs banks on every corner, but everyone needs people who are in their corner. To learn more, visit myconsumers.org

Equal Opportunity Employer:

CCU complies with the requirements and spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity in employment. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), criminal or arrest history (unless job related), crime victim status, or any other protected characteristic in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, termination, or any other employment actions or term and condition of employment. CCU complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which CCU has facilities. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team at: (mailto: ) or 877-275-2228. 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.