> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4182840-help-desk-specialist](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4182840-help-desk-specialist). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Help Desk Specialist - **Company:** Tusker Corporation - **Location:** Duluth, MN, United States - **Salary:** $40,000.0 - $45,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Issue Tracking Systems, Network Architecture, Network Service, Open Service Interface Definitions, Remote Desktop Services, Server Supported Gaming - **Published:** October 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4e869b07bb3a36a1 ## About the Role * Strong written and excellent verbal communication skills -attention to detail is imperative. * Must be able to sort through data to determine appropriate conclusions and ensure that every step of a task is completed. * Must be able to follow directions and ask questions where specific steps have not been given. However, the ability to grow and become more self-reliant is important. * Must be able to maintain confidentiality and discretion. * The ability to balance quantity of work with quality of work is important. * Reliability in completing tasks is imperative. * Must maintain a valid driver's license and provide own method of transportation to customer sites as needed. * Must show a desire to take on new tasks, learn new skills and assist others. * The ability to follow though until issues are confirmed resolved is imperative. * The ability to provide thorough and timely documentation is essential. * Must maintain professional attitude and demeanor in verbal and written communication with customers., * Must understand workstations, server, security, wireless, network infrastructure, etc. System and topologies that Tusker sells and services. * General knowledge of the Networking Service industry and products. * Minimum of 1+ years of computer /networking experience. * High School education or GED and Post-secondary education in field. ## Description * Provide phone support to Tusker customers, including remote desktop and server support. * Monitor and perform routine server health checks for maintenance customers. * Monitor service alerts from our various tools, identify and resolves issues related to those alerts. * Review, follow-up on and complete assigned activity in ticketing system * Monitor service board and ensure that tickets are worked within the customers' Service Level Agreement and promised timeline. * Track the progress on work performed to ensure that open service tickets continue moving forward to completion. * Escalate repeated or unresolved service tickets to the Service/Engineering Manager. * Manage configuration changes of monitoring and management software to ensure the highest level of customer support. * Provide and analyze reports on the health and service history of contracted customers.