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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Desktop Support Technician - **Company:** Alphatec Spine, Inc. - **Location:** Carlsbad, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $66,560.0 - $72,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Macintosh Computers, Cyber Security, Computer Literacy, Graphics Software, Issue Tracking Systems, Local Area Networks, Microsoft Office, CompTIA Strata - PC Hardware Technology Engineer, Microsoft InTune, Computer Equipment, Information Technology, Servicenow - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e726047b3faf18ff ## About the Role * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Excellent customer service skills. * Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on listening and questioning skills. * Ability to conduct research into issues and products as required. * Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language. * Familiarity with desktop imaging software, specifically Intune. * Experience with Microsoft Windows environment and Office 365 Tenant Administration. * Experience with Mac computers in a corporate environment, a plus. * Experience with IT ticket tracking system (ServiceNow). * Knowledge of current technological developments and trends. * Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments with attention to detail. * Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines consistently. * Ability to maintain and secure sensitive/confidential information., * Associates degree in information technology, computer science, or related field preferred. * 2-3 years of successful Desktop Support experience, and the ability to work autonomously. * Candidate should have achieved or be working toward Microsoft Administration certification, Network Associate-level certification, or Information Security associate-level certification., At this time, ATEC Spine does not sponsor employment visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. ## Description Under general supervision, the Desktop Support Technician performs broad systems administration and technical support for both stand-alone PC hardware and software and local area networks. They support day-to-day operations including end user devices, peripheral equipment and provides technical oversight of the IT Service Desk., * Installs and maintains hardware and software products and configures PC equipment according to department standards. * Identifies, evaluates, and corrects hardware, software, or operations problems. * Troubleshoots and performs steps to identify root cause of unavailable systems or network. * Opens, assigns, and escalates support tickets based on importance and priority. * Answers IT Support calls and resolves technical problems. * Monitors IT support ticket system to ensure proper ticket handling. * Communicates with customers the status of tickets and problems. * Documents and implements standard operating procedures. * Performs adds/moves/changes of computer equipment. * Performs computer training for employees, as requested. * May be required to work weekends and overtime occasionally. ## Related Videos - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The Developer Workstation Blind Spot: Why Your Security Stack Can't See What Matters Most](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100254-the-developer-workstation-blind-spot-why-your-security-stack-can-t-see-what-matters-most) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [Finding IT & Technology English-speaking Jobs in Germany ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/446-finding-it-technology-english-speaking-jobs-in-germany) - [How Many Jobs Are Available in Technology?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/450-how-many-jobs-are-available-in-technology)