Help Desk Technician Level 1

CERTUS, INC.
Orlando, FL, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$50,000.0 - $55,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Apple Mac Systems Software Applications Issue Tracking Systems Azure Active Directory Virtual Machines Wide Area Networks Network Routers Computer Equipment Laptops

Job description

At Certus, technology keeps everything moving, and our Help Desk Technicians are at the heart of it. In this role, you’ll be the first line of support for our organization, solving real problems that help people do their best work every day. From diagnosing hardware issues to supporting Microsoft 365 and everything in between, you’ll build hands-on experience across a broad tech stack in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

You’ll start fully on-site to build relationships, learn our systems, and get up to speed with the team - then transition to a hybrid schedule of 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.

What You’ll Do:

  • Own the ticket queue - respond promptly, diagnose thoroughly, resolve accurately, escalate if necessary, and keep end-users informed every step of the way.
  • Detail and track all work, communication, and time accurately in our ticketing system.
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair desktops, laptops, smartphones, printers, virtual machines, Windows OS, Mac OS, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra, 3rd party software, and department-specific applications.
  • Provide basic network-level support: LAN/WAN connectivity, routers, switches, and wireless.
  • Install and configure computer hardware and software for new and existing employees.
  • Escalate complex issues to the right team members or departments with clear, detailed handoffs.
  • Support backup and disaster recovery solutions as needed.
  • Manage IT assets and maintain up-to-date internal documentation within ticket system
  • Look for opportunities to improve the IT support experience - your ideas matter here.
  • Maintain internal documentation and KB articles, including updates and changes.
  • Assist and train teammates and employees as needed, contributing to a stronger team overall., We want you to thrive here. You’ll be set up for success with clear performance benchmarks:
  • First Contact Resolution - keeping re-opened tickets to a minimum.
  • SLA Compliance - resolving 90%+ of tickets within defined timeframes while maintaining quality.
  • Customer Satisfaction - achieving a 90%+ score on ticketing system surveys.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Customer communication?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * 1+ year of relevant IT support or help desk experience.

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Solid knowledge of IT applications, processes, hardware, and software.
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent communication and customer service instincts - you keep people calm and informed.
  • Ability to juggle multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
  • Comfortable working independently and collaborating with teammates, field engineers, and product owners., * Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer.
  • Comfortable wearing a headset for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift 35 lbs.
  • Ability to use tools to assemble, disassemble, or upgrade hardware.
  • Ability to pack and ship hardware as needed.

Benefits & conditions

3.73.7 out of 5 stars Orlando, FL 32801 Hybrid work $50,000 - $55,000 a year - Full-time

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