IT Support Specialist (Field)

Ledgent Technology
Plano, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 11/27/2024
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/27/2024

As an IT Support Specialist, you'll be the go-to tech support for both local and remote users in our corporate, sales, and construction teams. Your expertise in deploying, troubleshooting, and repairing Windows desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and various office technologies will be essential in ensuring smooth and efficient operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on and remote technical assistance to corporate, sales, and construction users across multiple locations. Support includes on-site help at Headquarters, remote locations, and on field sites. Support channels include on-site visits, phone, email, and remote assistance tools.

  • Address and resolve internet and network-related issues, including reporting outages to service providers and maintaining communication with the Service Desk team to ensure prompt service recovery.

  • Set up and configure desktops, laptops, and mobile devices using company-approved configurations, ensuring seamless deployment with minimal user downtime.

  • Perform repairs and troubleshoot issues related to printers, scanners, copiers, and other office technology, ensuring critical deadlines are met with minimal disruption.

  • Provide technical support for both in-house applications and industry-standard tools like Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Azure, Fresh Service, GoToAssist, Cisco Meraki, and SharePoint.

  • Participate in hardware and software rollout projects, coordinating with the department to ensure smooth transitions with minimal downtime for users.

  • Assist in the auditing and management of computer equipment and network infrastructure, including routers, switches, internet lines, and wireless cards, ensuring all systems are up-to-date and functioning correctly.

  • Provide new hires with a basic introduction to their tech setup, including hardware, software, and network resources, helping them quickly acclimate to company systems.

  • Take ownership of assigned tasks and projects, ensuring they are completed within specified timelines while coordinating with the Service Desk team as needed. Capable of working independently on tasks when necessary, while also being able to collaborate effectively with the Service Desk team to resolve issues and improve overall system performance.

  • Monitor and enforce IT security policies, including the management of antivirus software, data encryption, and user access controls, to protect company data and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Job Competencies

  • Customer/Client Focus
  • Communication/Building Relationships
  • Time Management
  • Flexibility
  • Business Acumen

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates Degree in IT or a related field preferred.

  • 3 years of relevant IT experience required.

  • Understanding of IT Helpdesk practices with strong emphasis on customer service.

  • Extensive knowledge of computer hardware, software, and basic networking.

  • Understanding of network wiring and small office network configurations.

  • Experience working with active directory managing user accounts and access.

  • Strong knowledge of Windows OS, computer hardware, and basic networking. Experience with Active Directory and network setups.

  • Support experience setting up and troubleshooting HP, Xerox, and Sharp copiers.

  • Must have immediate availability to communicate when required by the company via employee-provided technology that is compatible with company systems and using data access supplied by the employee. (No reimbursement is provided for employee's choice of technology or for employee's data usage).

  • Demonstrated computer skills including a working knowledge of MS Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

  • Current, valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Salary : $20 - $24

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