IT Technical Support

EmergencyMD; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology support provider in Los Angeles seeks an IT Support Specialist responsible for troubleshooting systems and hardware. The role involves managing incidents, providing helpdesk support, and facilitating staff onboarding. Candidates should have experience with Windows OS, hardware troubleshooting, and exceptional communication skills. A Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift at least 40lbs.
• Self-starter with results-driven focus.
• Ability to communicate complex issues to a non-technical audience.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming customer emails to the Help Desk.
• Follow established procedures to diagnose and troubleshoot system issues.
• Analyze, determine, and document reported production outages/incidents.
• Communicate clearly with other team members.
• Provide on-the-job training to new department staff members.

Skills

PC Hardware Troubleshooting

Network Infrastructure Troubleshooting

Windows Operating Systems

Microsoft Office 365 Suite

Effective Communication

Task Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

This position will follow established procedures to troubleshoot, coordinate and resolve systems or hardware related incidents. Position holder is responsible for the initial analysis, diagnosis and troubleshooting of events. Ensure reported production outages/incidents are communicated and resolved in an expeditious manner. Manage staff onboarding and offboarding processes. Provide helpdesk related support in all areas of IT functions for the Airport Development Group.

Responsibilities Include:

• Answer incoming customer emails to the Help Desk.
• Follow established procedures to diagnose and troubleshoot system issues.
• Analyze, determine, and document reported production outages/incidents.
• Determine severity, impact, and nature of incidents. Escalate as needed.
• Communicate clearly with other team members.
• Submit tickets for new service or applications requests in Freshdesk and IT Service-Now and other related tracking applications.
• Complete onboarding or offboarding functions for staff being mobilized or demobilized.
• Perform hardware and software installations.
• Oversee deployments and relocations of staff at various locations
• Provide IT support at Division-wide sponsored events.
• Provide on-the-job training to new department staff members.
• Provide computer orientation to new staff.

Hardware Experience Required:

PC Hardware Troubleshooting

Capable of diagnosing and resolving hardware component failures including motherboards, power supplies, memory and storage devices. Proficient in handling upgrades, replacements, and configurations.

Network Infrastructure Troubleshooting:

Capable of identifying and resolving common LAN/WAN issues such as cabling faults, switch/router configuration errors, and IP conflict resolution. Adept in managing network performance and connectivity troubleshooting, including wireless networks and VPN issues.

Software, Installation, Configuration, and Maintenance:

Windows Operating Systems

Proficient in the installation, configuration, and administration of Windows operating systems (Windows 10, 11). Experienced in applying security patches, system updates, and driver updates.

Microsoft Office 365 Suite:

Proficient in deploying, troubleshooting, and providing user support for both standalone Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 versions. Highly experienced with core productivity tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as collaboration and integration solutions like OneDrive and Teams

Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications

Must be able to lift at least 40lbs.

Ability to organize short and long-term tasks and communicate status of tasks with clients and management.

Effective oral and written communication skill, with an ability to communicate complex issues to a non-technical audience.

Ability to work with others.

Self-starter with results driven focus.

Demonstrated experience managing data coordination and conversion projects.

Education/Training

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field preferred or equivalent job experience of 10+ yrs.

Position Notes

May assume other duties as required/needed.

May be required to work various shifts as needed.

Candidate will need the ability to be mobile to visit different sites in the area to provide technical support.