What are the responsibilities and job description for the Help Desk Technician I position at Dove Technologies?
DoveIT, a division of Dove Technologies, defines an IT Help Desk Technician (I) as an entry level IT-related support position. This position includes helping internal and client users with troubleshooting hardware, software, access, and functionality of services and solutions provided by and supported by DoveIT.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact for users seeking technical assistance through DoveIT service request systems
- Provide hardware and software support for endpoint devices such as desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and thin clients
- Troubleshoot basic networking and connectivity problems
- Configure new devices according to standards, and provide basic introduction, adoption process, and training
- Install, configure, and maintain devices, providing best practices to settings, drivers, and software needs
- Troubleshoot a request, look for underlying or repeated issues, and determine the best solution based on the severity and scope of the issue
- Document any process or workflow not currently in internal knowledgebase, and give feedback on the accuracy and thoroughness of existing documentation
- Review security of any resource or account addressed to conform to internal security expectations, and identify and escalate incidents when security standards are not properly followed
- Guide the user through any problem-solving process, explaining at a level of understanding of the user, with communication of process and steps throughout
- Communicate and escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate resource of support personnel
- Provide accurate information on abilities and expectations of services and solutions provided
- Keep an accurate record of all communication, attempts, and changes made in relation to a service request
- Follow-up and update user with status and information relating to next steps and delays
- Pass on any feedback or suggestions by users to the appropriate internal resource
- Identify and suggest possible improvements on DoveIT environment, workflows, documentation, and processes
Requirements
- Previous experience in IT support or other customer support role, with a basic understanding of computer systems, mobile devices, and account management functionality and processes
- Ability to diagnose and resolve basic technical issues, and look for patterns and identify unique causes to issues
- Proficiency in English, both in written and verbal communication, with priority on simple but professional interactions with users
- Excellent communication skills at helping non-technical contacts feel comfortable and informed with service process
- Self-motivated with attention to detail, able to focus on multiple tasks and prioritize response based on user need and severity
- Work as a member of a team, focused on collaboration and teamwork, with shared goals and elevation. This is not a competitive environment
- Basic knowledge and ability to troubleshoot Windows environments for core functionality issues
- Basic understanding of base networking concepts such as DNS and DHCP, subnet/CIDR configuration, and how network configurations impact device functionality
Optional:
- Microsoft Active Directory, AzureAD, and standard Windows Desktop administration knowledge
- Experience with Office 365 administration and support
- Experience with Google Workspace administration and support
- BSc/BA in IT, Computer Science, or relevant field
- MCP or A certification or equivalent
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Florence, SC 29501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Help desk: 1 year (Preferred)
- Windows: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location