Help Desk Specialist

Ampcus, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm based in Washington, DC, is seeking a Help Desk Specialist to provide IT support both onsite and remotely. The position requires troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to various software and hardware platforms. Responsibilities include logging complaints, managing support tickets, and providing guidance and training to staff. Candidates should have experience in IT support, be able to lift 40 pounds, and have reliable transportation for on-site needs.

Qualifications

• Prior experience tracking and maintaining accurate IT inventory records.
• Reliable personal transportation to provide service and equipment transport.
• Able to lift 40 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT on-site support for all sites.
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems with desktop and mobile systems.
• Manage operations and administer help desk software.
• Track and route problems and document resolutions.

Skills

IT support

Technical assistance

Troubleshooting

Project management

Training

Tools

Windows 11

Office 365

SharePoint

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title

Help Desk Specialist

Location

Washington, DC (Onsite)

Job Summary

Our client is seeking one Helpdesk Specialist candidate to provide support to our internal customers onsite and offsite. You will be responsible for responding to inquiries and requests for assistance with software, technical, and other problems to be resolved.

This position provides expertise, advice, and advanced knowledge, including in-depth problem solving, to users or customers to help diagnose and resolve their computer or system equipment issues.

The helpdesk position is responsible for troubleshooting methods to fix a problem with a network, and they will log complaints into a database. In addition to documentation, initiating online reports will be a daily task. Amongst other responsibilities, the support desk will open, track, and close trouble tickets, and remain on top of status updates and requests, while reporting back to the customer.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide IT on-site support for all *** sites (HQ site and all remote sites)
• Provide technical support for Apple Devices and Dell Devices
• Provide Apple training to the end users
• Provide expert-level Audio/Video (AV) support to boardrooms and conference rooms
• Respond to requests for technical assistance in person, via phone, or electronically
• Receive and respond to IT support requests in a timely manner, following set procedures for logging, reporting, and monitoring the desktop environment set by the IT Director
• Provide assistance in areas of project management and running and managing large projects.
• Manage operations, projects, and administer help desk software
• Track and route problems and requests, and document resolutions
• Track asset inventory, warranty, and license information, and update the asset management system
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems with:
  • Windows 11 Desktop and mobile device systems on-site, remotely or by phone.
  • Office 365 hosted applications, SharePoint, and additional workplace software products
  • Printers, devices, and peripherals
  • Cell phones, tablets, and other mobile/wireless devices
• Provide guidance and training to Staff on the operation of systems and products, and where appropriate, provide recommendations for improvements.
• Responsible for hardware and software deployments and IT inventory of said equipment.

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• Prior experience tracking and maintaining accurate IT Inventory records
• Reliable personal transportation to provide service and equipment transport at the remote sites required in a timely manner each workday.
• Able to lift 40 pounds regularly required.
• Maintain accurate inventory records

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.