IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST (Help Desk)

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, CA seeks an IT Support Specialist to provide helpdesk support for employees. You will troubleshoot hardware, software and remote access issues, preserve logs, and assist in inventory management to keep systems running smoothly.

The role emphasizes strong communication, problem-solving, and a willingness to learn new technologies in a fast-paced casino environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED/equivalent.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
• Excellent communications skills with clear and informative delivery.
• Tech savvy with working knowledge of office automation products, databases and remote control.
• Good understanding of computer systems, mobile devices and other tech products.
• Detail oriented with strong problem-solving, analytical and team-working skills.
• Openness to learning new technologies.
• Basic troubleshooting knowledge of MS Windows and Office.
• Experience with AS400, ACSC CMS/SMS, SWS, Micros Simphony POS, Opera PMS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for departments or employees seeking technical assistance by phone, email, or in person.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve hardware and software issues using various techniques.
• Determine the best solution quickly based on issue details and customer input.
• Take ownership of issues and escalate as appropriate.
• Respond to tickets and projects assigned and maintain documentation.
• Remotely access hardware or software to implement fixes.
• Assist in maintaining hardware and software inventory.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and support goals and objectives.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Technical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AS400

ACSC CMS/SMS

SWS

Micros Simphony POS

Opera PMS

Job description

Description

IT Support Specialist are responsible for support and repair activities of the Information Technology Department Helpdesk, which supports the Resort and Casino operations by performing a variety of duties. The IT Department provides support and technical assistance to employees who are using software, hardware, or other computer systems. You will answer queries on basic technical issues and offer advice to solve them. To be a successful IT Support Specialist, you should be well-versed in all aspects of computer systems configuration, set up and maintenance. You should also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Service as the point of contact for departments/employees seeking technical assistance over the phone, via email, in person.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve technical hardware and/or software issues using various techniques.
• Quickly determine the best solution based on the issue and details provided by customers.
• Take ownership of issues and escalation as appropriate.
• Respond to tickets and projects that are assigned.
• Maintain and review various logs and documentation
• Install or change software to fix issues.
• Assist in the maintenance of hardware and software inventory.
• Remotely access hardware or software for clients to make changes and fix problems.
• Assess own strengths and weaknesses, strive to continuously build knowledge and skills, share expertise with fellow IT members.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit, put success of the team above own interests, able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives, support everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED/equivalent.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
• Excellent communications skills – clear and informative.
• Tech savvy with working knowledge of office automation products, databases and remote control.
• Good understanding of computer systems, mobile devices and other tech products.
• Detail oriented, with good problem-solving, analytical, and team-working skills.
• An openness to learning new technologies.
• Basic troubleshooting knowledge of MS Windows and Office
• Experience with AS400, ACSC CMS/SMS, SWS, Micros simphony POS, Opera PMS, are desired, but not a requirement.
• IT Certifications in related fields are a plus.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Employees working the Casino or Bowling Center may be exposed to second-hand smoke.