Helpdesk Specialist
NextGen Staffing
Washington, United States of America
yesterday
Role details
Contract type
Temporary contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
SeniorJob location
Washington, United States of America
Tech stack
Microsoft Windows
Adobe Creative Cloud
Desktop Computing
IT Management
Remote Service Software
Software Deployment
Software Engineering
Cisco WebEx
Diagnostic Tools
Office365
Peripherals
Infrastructure Automation Frameworks
Laptops
Cisco networks
Job description
- Provides technical assistance to computer system users in a Windows-based environment.
- Configures, prepares, and deploys new desktop and laptop computers for staff, including installation of required software and security tools.
- Deploys and configures mobile devices, including iPads and iPhones, ensuring proper enrollment, security compliance, and application setup.
- Identifies, researches, and resolves software-related issues involving Microsoft 365 applications, Adobe products, email, Microsoft Teams, and OneDrive.
- Responds to telephone calls, emails, and personnel requests for desktop and mobile device support.
- Documents, tracks, and monitors reported issues to ensure timely and complete resolution.
- Provides support for printing devices, including installation of printers, troubleshooting printing issues, and replacement of consumables.
- Provides support for office copier machines, including installation of print queue troubleshooting copier issues, and replacement of consumables.
- Assists users with Cisco conference room technology, Webex and Microsoft Teams meeting setup, and connectivity troubleshooting.
- Provides support for various computer peripherals including wireless keyboards, mice, scanners, local printers, and wireless headsets.
- Answers questions and resolves computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or through remote support tools.
- Follows procedures and maintains inventory and asset management for computers, mobile devices, printers, and related equipment, including tracking assignments, returns, and lifecycle status.
- Reads and interprets technical manuals and documentation to support troubleshooting and system maintenance.
- Utilizes diagnostic tools and reference materials to assist in resolving hardware and software issues.
- Maintains knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within desktop support and enterprise IT environments.
- Communicates clearly and effectively with end users and IT team members.
- Assists with coordination and implementation of system upgrades, patches, and new hardware/software deployments.
- Provides accurate and complete answers to general computing and administrative questions in a timely manner.
- Implements and supports shared software, including operating systems, configuration management tools, and standard enterprise software applications.
- Communicates status updates clearly and provides timely reporting on work activities, task progress, and issue resolution., Bachelor's degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience Required 15 Years Diagnosing and resolving end user computer/computer peripherals problems Required 11 Years Providing second-tier support to end users, server, or mainframe apps/hardware Required 11 Years Documenting, tracking, and monitoring end user, server, or mainframe apps/hardware problems Required 11 Years
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience Required/Desired Skills Candidates must have ALL the "Required" skills in order to be considered for the position. "Desired" or "Highly Desired" skills are a PLUS but may NOT be required. Skill Matrix Experience with Business workflow processes