Helpdesk Technician, Level 1

Helpdesk Technician, Level 1, Chicago, IL

Summary:

This Helpdesk Technician, Level 1 position will provide hands-on technical support related to computer systems, hardware, or software. It will require strong technical knowledge and effective on-site and remote communication to both understand problems and explain their solutions. This Helpdesk Technician, Level 1 role will continuously work under the guidance of the IT Manager. This position is hybrid Onsite 3 days and Remote 2 days. Candidates need to be local in or near Chicago, IL.

Helpdesk Technician, Level 1 Responsibilities:

– Monitor the company’s IT ticketing system.
– Provide tier 1 and 2 (First Call Resolution) support to employees both in-person and remotely.
– Escalate higher-level IT issues to the IT Manager and assist with solutions as needed.
– Research potential software solutions as needed.
– Train end users as necessary in the proper use of IT software and equipment.
– Perform software and hardware installations and maintenance.
– Support new hires with equipment and software purchasing and set-up.
– Identify recurring issues and help create solutions.
– Review and maintain inventory of IT assets.

Helpdesk Technician, Level 1 Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
– Experience using a Helpdesk ticketing system.
– Need experience with Office 365.
– Experience with SharePoint is a plus.
– 1-2 years of general IT support experience.
– Strong knowledge of computer systems.
– Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
– Experience troubleshooting Windows Operating Systems, Mac Operating Systems, and G Suite products.
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate in technical and non-technical language.
– Excellent people skills (outgoing, approachable, motivated to help), including training end-users.
– Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
– Ability to conduct research into various computing issues as required.
– Keen Attention to detail.
– Experience supporting a remote workforce.
– Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly.
– Ability to collaborate across functional teams.
– Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.

Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plan, PTO, etc. Salary: 80K+ DOE. Keywords: Chicago IL Jobs, Helpdesk Technician, Level 1, Office 365, IT Support, Windows OS, Mac OS, G Suite Products, SharePoint, Computer Systems, Help Desk, Support, Network, Networking, Chicago Recruiters, Information Technology Jobs, IT Jobs, Chicago Recruiting

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