Desktop Support Engineer (Level 2)

Nsc Global; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is searching for a dedicated Desktop Support Engineer to enhance their IT support team. This role involves maintaining and troubleshooting computer systems, providing exceptional user support, and ensuring efficient operation of IT resources. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a customer-oriented mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and take the next step in your career while making a significant impact in the technology landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting computer systems and peripherals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair computer systems and peripherals.
• Field incoming help requests and document user information.
• Perform hands-on fixes, including installing and upgrading software.

Skills

Computer Hardware Knowledge

Microsoft Operating Systems

Mac OS X

Application Support

Diagnostic Utilities

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Documentation Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Education

Associate's Degree in IT or related field

5+ years of experience in Desktop Support

Tools

Diagnostic Utilities

Job description

Overview

NSC Global is currently looking for aDesktop Support Engineerto 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.Please review our website atwww.nscglobal.comfor more information on our organization.

POSITION: Desktop Support Engineer

JOB TYPE: Direct Hire (W2) with NSC GlobalSTART DATE: IMMEDIATELY

Responsibilities

Maintains, analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs computer systems, hardware and computer peripherals. Documents, maintains, upgrades or replaces hardware and software systems. Supports and maintains user account information including rights, security and systems groups. May require an associate’s degree in a related area or 5+ years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the fields’ concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to a project leader or manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Position Description:

• Field incoming help requests from end users via both telephone and work orders in a courteous manner.
• 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. Escalate problems (when required) to the appropriately experienced technician.
• Record, track, and document the help desk request problem-solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made, and actions taken, through to the final resolution.
• Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting.
• Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources 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 problem has been adequately resolved.
• Perform post-resolution follow-ups to help requests.
• Develop help sheets and knowledge base articles for end users.
• Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position

Qualifications

Knowledge & Experience:

• Knowledge of basic computer hardware.
• Experience with desktop operating systems including Microsoft, 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 skills.
• Strong documentation skills.

Personal Attributes:

• 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.

Soft Skills:

• Thought Process: Able to understand technical concepts and can develop ways to help others learn. Ability to solve complex problems with innovative solutions. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to quickly and proactively gain an understanding of the client's business problems and deliver solutions and recommendations to solve.

• Interpersonal: Excellent customer service, technical, organizational, and communication skills -- in person and on the phone; effective listening and team orientation. Able to persuade, influence and negotiate with staff and vendors in critical situations. Able to motivate others and work cooperatively in a group to achieve common goals.

• Physical: Able to sit at a desk and grasp writing instruments. Able to manipulate fingers to perform keyboard strokes on a computer. Mobile between buildings. Must also be able to lift 40lbs without issue and move it from under a desk to a cart and vice versa.