IT SERVICE DESK AGENT IThe IT Service Desk Agent provides level 1 support to organizations by answering, calls, chats, and e-mails from end users, resolves basic IT issues, and documents issues to be handed off to an application support team.Key Responsibilities* Providing a high level of professionalism and customer service* Serving as first point of contact for end users seeking IT assistance* Supporting various technology and software such as Windows 10, Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), network connectivity, VPN connectivity, Citrix, and Mobile Device Management* Responding to end users with an analysis of their needs through qualifying questions over the phone and may use remote applications to diagnose the needs* Performing remote troubleshooting through technical diagnostic techniques, remote software, and pertinent questions* Taking end user calls about issues, resolving the issue during the call, or adequately documenting and transitioning the issue, following escalation protocols, as needed* Walk end user through IT problem solving or workflow process* Accurately documenting pertinent information for requests and incidents in relevant ticketing system(s)* Identifying and escalate high-priority IT issues appropriately* Documenting investigations and resolutions in a timely manner, using research to quickly understand and diagnose issues* Directing unresolved issues to the next level IT personnel* Maintaining and expanding knowledge of help desk procedures and services* Adhering to policies and procedures such as HIPAA and client notification expectations* Attending and participating in team meetings* Working on assigned projects on an ad hoc basis and assisting with other corporate initiatives as necessary, directed, assigned, or requestedSkills and Experience* Excellent customer service and communication skills, written and verbal* 1+ years of IT Service Desk or IT Support experience required* General knowledge and/or experience in computer systems/software such as network connectivity, VPN connectivity, O365, AD, and Mobile Device Management* ITIL training and/or experience desired* Industry-specific certification(s) (e.g., CompTIA A+, Microsoft, HDI, etc.) preferred* Proficient in English to support our clients’ needs. Spanish is a plus* Must enjoy working with technology, be able to learn new software quickly, and have strong typing skills* Ability to apply problem solving skills across repetitive tasks* Ability to work nights and weekends, depending on assigned shift* Strong attention to detail and ability to organize* Must be able to work independently, as well as within a team environment* Must demonstrate and embody Nordic’s maxims