Desktop Support Engineer – Latham, New York – USA

Axiom Technologies; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Axiom Technologies in Latham, NY seeks a capable Desktop Support Engineer to provide on-site IT support for end users, troubleshoot Windows desktops, laptops, peripherals, and maintain hardware and software configurations. The role coordinates with the Service Delivery Team to triage tickets, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely resolution while following security policies.

This on-site position requires strong communication, independent work, and a customer-focused approach to keep systems

Qualifications

• Provide on-site desktop and IT support for end users at the client location.
• Troubleshoot Windows desktops, laptops and peripherals.
• Install, configure and maintain hardware, OS and enterprise software.
• Support network connectivity issues, including LAN troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site desktop and IT support for end users at the client location.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows desktops, laptops, and peripherals.
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware, operating systems, and enterprise software applications.
• Support network connectivity issues, including LAN troubleshooting.
• Assist with device setup, replacement, and hardware installations.
• Document service activities and communicate updates to the service delivery team.

Skills

Windows OS

Desktop environments

Hardware troubleshooting

LAN networking basics

Printer/ periferal issues

Communication

Job description

Axiom Technologies is a Global IT Services partner supporting medium- to large-scale enterprises. Please visit our website for more information about what we do at www.axiomtechnologies.com

We are looking for a capable resource to coordinate tasks, ranging from simple activities to more complex plans. This role provides on-site assistance to end-users within the organisation’s desktop computing environment in a timely and accurate manner to ensure optimal service delivery.
Location: Latham, New York – USA
Contract Type: Independent Contractor
Start Date: Immediate
Eligibility: U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders Preferred

The Desktop Support Engineer provides first- and second-level technical support and manages the efficient assignment and dispatch of service requests. This on-site role ensures end-user issues are resolved promptly—either directly or by coordinating with other technicians—by triaging tickets, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining strong communication between IT and users.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site desktop and IT support for end users at the client location.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows desktops, laptops, and peripherals.
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware, operating systems, and enterprise software applications.
• Support network connectivity issues, including LAN troubleshooting.
• Assist with device setup, replacement, and hardware installations.
• Perform basic network troubleshooting using console access when required.
• Document service activities and communicate updates to the service delivery team.
• Follow client IT policies and security procedures while performing onsite tasks.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and desktop environments
• Experience in hardware troubleshooting and replacement
• Basic understanding of networking (LAN connectivity, switches, routers)
• Ability to diagnose and resolve desktop, printer, and peripheral issues
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently in onsite support environments

Work Model

• On-demand / field support role
• Work assignments will be shared by the Service Delivery Team
• Engineers will be contacted via phone or email when support is required
• Engineers will receive site location, SPOC details, and reporting time before each assignment
• No guaranteed number of working hours