Desktop Support Engineer (Level 2)
NSC Global is currently looking for a Desktop Support Engineer to join our growing company.
NSC Global provides global network implementation and support solutions to world-class organizations, delivering cost savings and operational simplicity.
Our goal is to partner with world-class enterprises, helping them become more agile, create commercial advantage and build quality through design, deployment, support and management of their global IT communications.
NSC Global is a US Cisco Global Gold Certified Partner with a corporate headquarters in London, UK and a US headquarters in New York, NY.
Position
Type: Direct Hire (W2) with NSC Global
Start Date: Immediately
Responsibilities
- Maintain, analyze, troubleshoot, and repair computer systems, hardware and computer peripherals.
- Document, maintain, upgrade or replace hardware and software systems.
- Support and maintain user account information including rights, security and system groups.
- Field incoming help requests from end users via both telephone and work orders courteously.
- Document all pertinent end user identification information, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem or issue.
- Build rapport and elicit problem details from help desk customers.
- Prioritize and schedule problems and, when required, escalate to the appropriately experienced technician.
- Record, track, and document the help desk request problem‑solving process, including all decisions and actions taken, through to final resolution.
- Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting.
- Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions on the Internet to aid in problem resolution.
- Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization.
- Perform hands‑on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications.
- Test fixes to ensure problems have been resolved.
- Perform post‑resolution follow‑ups and develop help sheets and knowledge base articles for end users.
- Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of basic computer hardware.
- Experience with desktop operating systems including Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X.
- Extensive application support experience.
- Working knowledge of a range of diagnostic utilities.
- Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport‑building, listening, and questioning.
- Strong documentation skills.
- Ability to conduct research into a wide range of computing issues as required.
- Ability to absorb and retain information quickly.
- Ability to present ideas in user‑friendly language.
- Highly self‑motivated and directed.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Proven analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environment.
- Exceptional customer service orientation.
- Experience working in a team‑oriented, collaborative environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to quickly and proactively gain an understanding of the client’s business problems and deliver solutions and recommendations.
Personal Attributes & Soft Skills
- Thought Process: Ability to understand technical concepts and develop ways to help others learn.
- Problem‑solving: Ability to solve complex problems with innovative solutions.
- Interpersonal: Excellent customer service, technical, organizational, and communication skills; effective listening and team orientation.
- Negotiation & Influence: Ability to persuade, influence, and negotiate with staff and vendors in critical situations.
- Motivation: Ability to motivate others and work cooperatively in a group to achieve common goals.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to sit at a desk and grasp writing instruments.
- Must be able to manipulate fingers to perform keyboard strokes on a computer.
- Must be mobile between buildings and able to lift up to 40 lbs without issue.
Employment Details
- Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
- Employment type: Full‑time
- Job function: Information Technology
- Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
Location
Manaus, Amazonas, Brazil