IT Field Support Technician I

South Shore Health
Weymouth, MA, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$57,782.0 - $77,750.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Configuration Management Databases Desktop Environments Issue Tracking Systems Information Technology

Job description

The IT Field Support Technician I position reports to the Supervisor of IT Field Support Services and is responsible for providing first level on site desktop support throughout the health system. Responsibilities include taking ownership of on-site desktop support requests at one of the health systems locations and working them to closure. Resolving desktop break fix issues and assisting on, or conducting moves, adds and changes as directed. The IT Field Support Technician I will fully document all work done and resolutions real time in the health systems ticketing system. When appropriate create or update support documents to better prepare the team on support issues. The IT Field Support Technician I should have the ability to assess onsite service requests and resolve or escalate issues that impact end users workflow. The IT Field Support Technician I should be able to clearly demonstrate knowledge of desktop hardware and software support tools and technologies., * Work with Supervisor of IT Field Support Services or Lead Analyst to complete scheduled daily work assignments within the Field Support team.

  • Determine and escalate the problems or issues when required in a timely manner.

  • Monitor field service desktop support queue taking ownership of problems and work requests till closure.

  • Keep current on industry support tools and standards that are in alignment with Desktop support functions.

  • Communicate the need for ordering IT equipment and appropriate spares where applicable.

  • Participate in, and support moves, adds and Changes as directed.

  • Ensure that the CMDB inventory database is current at all times when equipment is removed from stock, deployed or retired for all work conducted.

  • Respond to inquiries from colleagues and IS Leadership in a timely manner.

  • Drive down open ticket volumes.

  • Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Windows?, Do you have a Associate’s degree?, Minimum Education - Preferred

Associate’s degree or technical certification in computer science, Information Technology or other technical field preferred.

Microsoft certification or experience preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

1-3 years of Desktop support experience.

Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise desktop environments and related infrastructure in a Healthcare setting.

Required additional Knowledge and Abilities

Proven skills in the support of various desktop and mobile device platforms.

Experience with support and maintenance of Windows-based desktop operating systems (Windows 11)

Support skills with various desktop hardware equipment (Dell, HP, Lenovo), printers, mobile devices / smartphones (Apple and Android based)

Ability to effectively communicate with end users via e-mail and Tiger (nurses, physicians, and other executives) to extract pertinent information needed to resolve issues.

Flexible team player with ability to complete tasks as assigned.

Willingness to continue technical and professional development in line with Desktop Support functions

Personal transportation for local travel between SSHS sites.

Participate in on-call coverage as assigned.

Ability to modify work schedule as business requirements change.

Technology and l earning

Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.

Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

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