Helpdesk Technician

Truth Initiative
Washington, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
$ 64K

Job location

Remote
Washington, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Apple Mac Systems
Software Applications
Issue Tracking Systems
IT Management
Information Technology Operations
Microsoft Office
Networking Basics
SharePoint
Information Technology

Job description

The Helpdesk Technician is a highly motivated individual with a passion for providing exceptional support to end-users and a team of technology professionals. This position should be able to excel in managing multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced IT environment. As the linchpin of our IT department, the Helpdesk Technician will be the primary point of contact for our staff, service providers, contractors, and other stakeholders, ensuring that every interaction is handled with the highest level of professionalism and efficiency., * Technical Support

  • Respond promptly and professionally to incoming help desk requests via phone, email, or ticketing system.*
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, and peripheralissues;escalate complex problems to higher-level support as needed. *
  • Install, configure, andmaintainlaptops, printers,A/V, and other IT equipment. *
  • Deploy and update operating systems, software applications, MDM, RMM, and other security tools.
  • Set up and support audio/visual equipment for meetings.*
  • Service Coordination & Administration
  • Preprocess, prioritize, and assign incoming IT service requests toappropriate techniciansbased on category and availability. *
  • Create and manage schedules for IT leadership andoptimizetechnician assignments for efficiency. *
  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to the IT team and perform related duties as assigned. *
  • Documentation & Reporting
  • Manage the IT SharePoint resource page, SOPs, training materials, and knowledge base documentation. *
  • Compile performance metrics, executive summaries, and regularly scheduled reports from IT management tools.
  • Assistin developing and updating IT policies and procedures.
  • Asset, License & Budget Management
  • Maintainaccurateinventory records of hardware and software assets and coordinate annual audits. *
  • Track software licenses to ensure compliance andoptimizeusage. *
  • Monitor IT expenditures, reconcile purchase card statements, and track the IT budget; report variances to management. *
  • Oversee vendor renewals, quotations, order requests, and invoice reviews. *
  • Participate in the procurement and disposal of IT assets. *

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in IT operations, help desk support, or IT servicecoordination.
  • Workingknowledge of Windows and Mac OS environments.
  • Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite and common IT management tools.
  • Basic understanding of IT concepts, networking fundamentals, and security best practices.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently with strong time management skills.
  • Commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
  • AnAssociate's or Bachelor'sdegree in an IT-related field is preferred but notrequired. CompTIA and/or Microsoft certifications are highly desirable.

Benefits & conditions

The salary range for this role is starting at $60,000-$64,000per year on a national basis. Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to qualifications for the role, relevant work experience, skillset, internal equity, location, and certifications, consistent with applicable law. Salary is just one part of our total rewards package which additionally includes performance bonus for eligible roles, and competitive benefits.

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