IT Generalist (Tier 2 Helpdesk)

METRO LLC
Burr Ridge, IL, United States
about 1 month ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$68,000.0 - $75,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Business Software Internet Services Virtual Private Networks (VPN) PCI Data Security Standards Information Technology User Accounts

Job description

The IT Generalist (Tier 2 Helpdesk) provides advanced technical support across a wide range of systems, applications, and infrastructure. This role serves as the escalation point for Tier 1 technicians, resolving complex issues, maintaining core IT systems, and ensuring reliable day-to-day operations for end users. The ideal candidate is a versatile problem-solver with strong troubleshooting skills, excellent communication and custom service, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Reports directly to IT Director. This role is in-person at our corporate office in Burr Ridge, IL.

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8:30am-5pm); on call requirement once every 3 weeks

Specific Duties

  • Resolve escalated incidents related to hardware, software, networking, and user accounts.
  • Troubleshoot issues involving Windows 11, Microsoft 365, VPN, printers, and line-of-business applications.
  • Provide remote and on-site support for end users.
  • Complete new user logins and terminations.
  • Complete new user training.

  • Familiar with internet service providers and service set up for the opening of new office locations

  • Participate in patching, security, and system hardening efforts leveraging RMM tools configuration baselines
  • Assist with IT projects, documentation, upgrades, and deployments

  • Monitor refrigeration temperatures.

  • Adhere to HIPAA and PCI security standards

  • Follow least-privilege access controls and secure configuration practices
  • Participate in security awareness and incident response procedures
  • Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Relevant Job Experience:

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s in IT preferred.
  • Minimum of 3-4 years of help desk experience.
  • Comfortable in fast-paced, multi-site environments
  • On-call coverage

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to use a computer and telephone
  • Requires prolonged sitting
  • Ability to lift and move 50 lbs

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description 401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Disability insurance, * Health Insurance

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)- Profit Sharing, * $68,000-$75,000/year

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