Help Desk Associate

HD Supply; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Supply is seeking a tier-one technical support specialist to assist associates with basic computer, application, system, device, access, or performance issues across the enterprise. You will advise users on steps to resolve technology problems and help ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities include installing/updating software and hardware, monitoring security, handling on-call support, and assisting in QA/UAT with training on new features as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical certification required.
• Moderate knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office.

Responsibilities

• Responds to tier one support tickets by diagnosing and resolving basic incidents, problems, and requests.
• Reviews system diagnostics and assesses functionality and efficiency.
• Follows policies to ensure the security of organizational data and information.
• Monitors security certificates and company compliance requirements.
• Installs and updates company software and hardware.
• Tracks the cost of replacing or updating computer hardware and/or software.
• Provides after hours on-call support.
• Participates in quality assurance and user acceptance testing and provides training to users based on new and revised functionalities.

Skills

Tech degree / cert

Windows & Office knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Technical certification

Job description

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical certification in a related area.
• Moderate knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical certification in a related area.
• Moderate knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office.

Job Summary

Provides tier one technical support to associates, including resolving basic computer, application, system, device, access, or performance issues across the enterprise. Advises users on methods, steps, and actions needed to resolve technology issues.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, And Key Accountabilities

• Responds to tier one support tickets by diagnosing and resolving basic incidents, problems, and requests.
• Reviews system diagnostics and assesses functionality and efficiency.
• Follows all policies and procedures to ensure the security of organizational data and information.
• Monitors security certificates and company compliance requirements.
• Installs and updates company software and hardware.
• Tracks the cost of replacing or updating computer hardware and/or software.
• Provides after hours on-call support.
• Participates in quality assurance and user acceptance testing and provides training to users based on new and revised functionalities.

Nature and Scope

• Refers complex, unusual problems to supervisor.
• Under general supervision, exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, and techniques. Work typically involves regular review of output by a senior coworker or supervisor.
• None.

Work Environment

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education And Experience

• HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. Specialized skills training/certification may be required. Generally 2-5 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.