Help Desk Support Specialist I Salaries in Canada
Alternate Job Titles: Help Desk Technician, Help Desk Technician I, Help Desk Tier 1 Specialist, Help Desk User Support I
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How much does a Help Desk Support Specialist I in Canada make? The median annual Help Desk Support Specialist I salary in Canada is C$57,776, as of March 25, 2025, with a range usually between C$51,291-C$65,917 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Help Desk Support Specialist I may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Help Desk Support Specialist I in Canada.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Help Desk Support Specialist I that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Help Desk Support Specialist I in Canada is C$57,776, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Help Desk Support Specialist I in Canada are expected to make less than C$57,776.
Source: HR Reported data as of March 25, 2025
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This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Help Desk Support Specialist I in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Help Desk Support Specialist I in are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of March 25, 2025
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Responds to end-user requests for technical assistance by phone, email, or ticketing system. Troubleshoots and resolves basic computer, application, system, device, access, or performance issues. Uses established processes and procedures to document, track, and resolve reported problems and to meet operational service levels and standards. Utilizes product information or solution database to research, troubleshoot, and deliver solutions. Advises users on the methods, steps, and actions to resolve and avoid future issues and provides documentation as needed. Escalates problems to appropriate levels or teams to achieve issue resolution. May support installs or upgrades of software or devices, set up user profiles, or re-set passwords. Fulfills all service level standards for response time and quality. May require an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. View full job description
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