IT Help Desk Manager

JDI Contracts Inc.; Grand Rapids (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

PTO

Bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

JDI Contracts Inc. is seeking a Help Desk Services Manager to lead the Help Desk operations and coordinate field service scheduling for the JDInet service area, including Grand Rapids and the Minneapolis area.

The role focuses on client relationships, clear communication, proactive monitoring, and collaboration with the technical team to ensure reliable service delivery across Windows endpoints and Microsoft 365.

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of experience in IT support or MSP environments.
• Help Desk supervision and/or related systems management.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows-based systems and user environments.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 (user admin, email, permissions, basic tenant tasks).
• Ability to independently manage workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proven ability to resolve technical issues without step-by-step guidance.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide Help Desk management and operational support to users across the JDInet service area including local users in the Grand Rapids and remote users in the Minneapolis area.
• Ownership and operational responsibility of the Help Desk environment and related client environments.
• Provide coordination and scheduling services for all field staff in the organization.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with employees and clients throughout issue resolution.
• Escalate complex or high-risk issues appropriately to appropriate technical resources.
• Diagnose and resolve Level 1/2 support issues across user environments with minimal oversight.
• Manage and prioritize assigned service tickets independently.

Skills

IT support

MSP environments

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Workload management

Communication

Tools

Autotask

RMM tools

EndPoint management

QuickBooks

Job description

This role is responsible for managing Help Desk operations while providing responsive technical support to clients and internal users. The Help Desk Services Manager oversees ticket management, coordinates field service scheduling, troubleshoots Level 1 and Level 2 technical issues, and supports Microsoft 365, Windows environments, and client IT systems. The position also focuses on maintaining strong client relationships through clear communication, proactive system monitoring, and collaboration with the technical team to ensure efficient, reliable service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Help Desk Services Manager

Provide Help Desk management and operational support to users across the JDInet service area including local users in the Grand Rapids and remote users in the Minneapolis area

Ownership and operational responsibility of the Help Desk environment and related client environments

Provide coordination and scheduling services for all field staff in the organization

Maintain clear, professional communication with employees and clients throughout issue resolution

Escalate complex or high-risk issues appropriately to appropriate technical resources

Technical Troubleshooting & Resolution

Diagnose and resolve Level 1/2 support issues across user environments with minimal oversight

Manage and prioritize assigned service tickets independently

Troubleshoot and resolve issues across:

Various service provider back end and customer facing systems

Windows endpoints and user environments

Microsoft 365 (user management, email, permissions, basic administration)

Common business applications and systems

Take ownership of issues through full resolution, not just initial response

Apply structured problem-solving and root cause thinking where appropriate

Systems Maintenance & Administration

Support and maintain client IT environments including:

Microsoft 365 tenants

Endpoint devices and configurations

Basic networking components

Perform routine maintenance, updates, and system checks

Utilize RMM and monitoring tools to proactively identify and address issues

Client Interaction & Relationship Support

Build strong working relationships through reliable and consistent service

Communicate technical issues in a clear, user-friendly manner

Identify potential improvements or risks within client environments and communicate internally

Team Collaboration & Process Adherence

Work within JDInet helpdesk structure while maintaining ownership of assigned work

Coordinate with the IT Operations Manager and other technical resources as needed

Follow established processes for ticketing, documentation, and service delivery

Participate in ongoing training and cross-training on systems and tools

Qualifications

4–7+ years of experience in IT support or MSP environments

Help Desk supervision and/or related systems management

Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows-based systems and user environments

Experience supporting Microsoft 365 (user admin, email, permissions, basic tenant tasks)

Ability to independently manage workload and prioritize tasks effectively

Proven ability to resolve technical issues without step-by-step guidance

Strong communication and customer service skills

Preferred Skills

Experience with partner account management, subscription provider platforms, and billing processes to align technical and management platforms

Experience in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment

Familiarity with PSA tools (e.g., Autotask or similar)

Experience with RMM tools and endpoint management platforms

Basic networking knowledge (routing, switching, troubleshooting)

Experience with backup, security, and monitoring solutions

CompTIA Certifications of various levels are helpful but not required

Autotask and Quickbooks experience helpful but also not required

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive salary range of $55-$75k aligned with a strong Level 1/2 MSP technician role and related additional experiences

Reflective of experience, independence, and technical capability

PTO, 401k, bonus, full benefits package available

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance

Requirements added by the job poster

• 2+ years of work experience with 2nd Line IT Support
• 3+ years of work experience with Help Desk Support
• 4+ years of experience in Information Technology
• 4+ years of work experience with Windows

About the Company

JDI Contracts is a trusted engineering and technical services firm supporting continuous process and manufacturing facilities nationwide. For more than 20 years, we've specialized in custom design, integration, fabrication, and field support for complex industrial systems and skid applications. Our projects span every stage—from concept and planning to startup and maintenance.

At JDI, you’ll find a team that values innovation, craftsmanship, and collaboration. We take on challenging work, support each other’s growth, and take pride in the impact we make.

If you're ready to build something meaningful, we’d love to have you on board.