Desktop Support Specialist

LHH; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus

Great benefits

Job stability

Job summary

A well-established professional services organization in Menlo Park is seeking a Desktop Support Specialist to provide hands-on IT support in a fast-paced office environment. In this role, you will act as the primary IT contact, manage support requests, and ensure high-quality service delivery to end users. Strong troubleshooting skills and effective communication are essential. The position requires 3+ years of relevant experience, with a focus on Windows support and hardware diagnostics, and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Help Desk or Desktop Support role.
• Strong hardware troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in a large enterprise Active Directory environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for IT support.
• Manage support requests using a ticketing system.
• Install and configure hardware and peripherals.

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting

Windows support (7, 10, 11)

Microsoft Office support

Networking knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Active Directory

Azure and endpoint tools

Job description

We are seeking to hire a Desktop Support Specialist who enjoys hands‑on, user‑focused IT support in a fast‑paced office setting for a well‑established professional services organization. This role serves as the primary on‑site IT contact while also collaborating with a broader internal support team across locations.

You’ll work closely with end users, providing responsive, high‑quality support across a wide range of technical needs. Success in this role requires strong troubleshooting skills, attention to process, and the ability to communicate clearly with users at all technical levels.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Act as the first point of contact for day‑to‑day IT support in the office
• Manage support requests from intake through resolution using a ticketing system
• Deliver consistent, service‑oriented support to end users locally and across offices
• Follow established procedures, workflows, and documentation
• Support meetings and conference rooms, including video conferencing tools
• Install, configure, and support desktops, laptops, monitors, printers, and peripherals
• Assist with device deployment, inventory tracking, and lifecycle activities
• Troubleshoot hardware, operating systems, and applications
• Support security‑related tasks such as encryption, access issues, and account assistance
• Handle common support requests including password resets, account lockouts, and hardware repair
• Communicate progress clearly and provide realistic timelines for issue resolution

You’ll Enjoy This Role If You:

• Take pride in learning and continuously improving your technical skills
• Hold yourself to a high standard of quality and follow‑through
• Value teamwork and collaboration in a professional environment
• Approach problems thoughtfully, even when the solution takes extra effort
• Enjoy helping others and being relied on as a trusted support resource

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in a Help Desk or Desktop Support role (professional services strongly preferred)
• Strong hardware troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Experience supporting Windows 7, 10, and 11 in a large enterprise Active Directory environment
• User‑level support experience with Microsoft Office (2010/2016)
• Working knowledge of command‑line tools, VPN connectivity, and wireless networking
• General understanding of LAN/WAN concepts from a support perspective
• Ability to follow SOPs, checklists, and documented processes consistently
• Experience supporting conference room and collaboration technology
• Familiarity with Azure and endpoint tools from a support standpoint
• CompTIA A+ preferred; Microsoft or Dell hardware certifications a plus
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent hands‑on experience
• Strong communication skills and a professional, service‑focused approach
• Onsite 5 days a week in Menlo Park, CA
• Base salary + bonus
• Great benefits and job stability

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