IT Service Desk Specialist

HITACHI VANTARA ( POLSKA ) SP ZOO; Kraków; On-site; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Vantara in Kraków seeks an IT Service Desk Specialist to provide first‑line technical support for hardware, software, and network issues, ensuring smooth daily operations.

You will log requests in the service management system, troubleshoot with users, and escalate complex problems while maintaining knowledge base and onboarding/offboarding support.

Join a global team that values collaboration, growth, and delivering reliable IT services with a customer‑centric mindset.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–3 years in an IT service desk or technical support role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows OS, Microsoft Office, and common business apps.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level technical support for hardware, software, and network issues via phone, email, and chat.
• Log, categorize, prioritize, and track requests in the IT service management system.
• Resolve common IT issues, including password resets, software installs, and basic network troubleshooting.
• Escalate complex issues to second-level support while ensuring timely follow-up with users.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation in the knowledge base.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Customer-focused mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Information Technology or related

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira Service Management

Job description

Function IT Our Company We’re Hitachi Vantara, the data foundation trusted by the world’s innovators. Our resilient, high-performance data infrastructure means that customers – from banks to theme parks – can focus on achieving the incredible with data. If you’ve seen the Las Vegas Sphere, you’ve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate, optimize, innovate – and wow their customers. Right now, we’re laying the foundation for our next wave of growth. We’re looking for people who love being part of a diverse, global team – and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data.

Job description

Your impact As an IT Service Desk Specialist at Hitachi, Ltd., you will provide essential first‑line technical support to employees and help ensure smooth day‑to‑day business operations.

What you will do

• Provide first-level technical support and troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network-related issues via phone, email, and chat.
• Log, categorize, prioritize, and track support requests in the IT service management system.
• Resolve common IT issues independently, including password resets, software installations, peripheral connectivity problems, and basic network troubleshooting.
• Escalate complex issues to second‑level support teams or subject matter experts, while ensuring timely follow‑up with users.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date documentation of solutions, procedures, and frequently asked questions in the knowledge base.
• Support IT onboarding and offboarding activities, including account creation or deletion and equipment setup or retrieval.
• Educate users on IT best practices and self‑service options to promote efficient technology use.
• Contribute to IT projects, system improvements, and upgrades as required.

What you bring

• Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in an IT service desk or technical support role.
• Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office, and common business applications.
• Familiarity with network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, and VPN.
• Experience with IT service management tools such as ServiceNow or Jira Service Management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical users.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a customer‑focused mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative team environment.

Nice to have

Relevant IT certifications, such as CompTIA A+ or ITIL Foundation, are an advantage.

About us

We’re a global team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co‑create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data‑driven leaders that can a make positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can inspire the future, this is the place to fulfil your purpose and achieve your potential.

Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives

Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth. We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit‑based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work.

How we look after you

We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry‑leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you’ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.

Equal opportunity employer

We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.

Our vision

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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