IT Support Specialist — Desktop & Devices (Onsite/Remote)

Forward Air Corporation; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corporation is seeking an IT Support Specialist in Columbus, OH to provide onsite and remote assistance for hardware, software, and peripherals. You will deploy, configure, and replace laptops, desktops, and mobile devices, and support printers, scanners, and other office technology.

You’ll help with user onboarding, equipment setup, and account requests, plus perform basic network troubleshooting and escalate complex issues to senior staff.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of IT support, technical, or customer service experience.
• Basic knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365, computer hardware, and printers.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to learn new technologies and work independently.
• Technical certifications such as CompTIA A+ are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite and remote support for hardware, software, and peripheral issues.
• Deploy, configure, and replace laptops, desktops, and mobile devices.
• Support printers, scanners, and other office technology.
• Assist with user onboarding, equipment setup, and account-related requests.
• Perform basic network and connectivity troubleshooting.
• Escalate complex issues to senior IT staff.
• Deliver excellent customer service to end users.

Skills

Windows

Microsoft 365

Computer hardware

Printers

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Independent learning

CompTIA A+ (bonus)

Ticketing systems

Active Directory

Microsoft Intune

Endpoint management tools

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft Intune

Ticketing systems

Endpoint management tools

Job description

Forward Air Corporation is seeking an IT Support Specialist in Columbus, OH to provide onsite and remote assistance for hardware, software, and peripherals. You will deploy, configure, and replace laptops, desktops, and mobile devices, and support printers, scanners, and other office technology.

You’ll help with user onboarding, equipment setup, and account requests, plus perform basic network troubleshooting and escalate complex issues to senior staff.