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How much does a Help Desk Technician I make in the United States? The average Help Desk Technician I salary in the United States is $49,500 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $44,700 and $54,900. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Help Desk Technician I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Help Desk Technician I Salary $40,330 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Help Desk Technician I Salary $44,700 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Help Desk Technician I Salary $49,500 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Help Desk Technician I Salary $54,900 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Help Desk Technician I Salary $59,816 US March 26, 2024
25% $44,700 10% $40,330 90% $59,816 75% $54,900 $49,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Help Desk Technician I identifies, researches and resolves routine technical problems of low complexity. Provides support to end users for basic computer, application, system, device, access and hardware issues. Being a Help Desk Technician I documents, tracks, and monitors the problem using applicable systems and tools. Responds to telephone, email and on line requests for technical support. In addition, Help Desk Technician I may coordinate with other teams or departments to resolve user problems. May perform password re-sets for users. May require an associate's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Being a Help Desk Technician I possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Help Desk Technician I

    0 - 1 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Help Desk Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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