IT Technical Support I

Austal Usa, LLC; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA, LLC is seeking a Helpdesk Support Specialist to provide frontline IT support, installation, and troubleshooting for workstations, printers, and mobile devices. You will document resolutions, use remote tools, and follow IT policies to maintain service quality.

The role requires 1–3 years of helpdesk experience, familiarity with Microsoft OS, Active Directory, and MS Office, plus basic networking knowledge. On-call after hours duty may apply; strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years Helpdesk experience and systems support required.
• Basic troubleshooting of Microsoft OS, Active Directory, and MS Office.
• Basic network knowledge including DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP.
• A+ or N+ certifications preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently or on a team.

Responsibilities

• Responds to phone, email, chat or web Helpdesk tickets for installation, setup and troubleshooting.
• Configure and install workstations, network printers, peripherals, and software.
• Maintain Helpdesk documentation and ticket resolutions upon closure.
• Use remote control tools to provide remote end user assistance.
• Work Helpdesk tickets in accordance with approved workflows, IT policies and procedures.
• On-Call rotation, after hours support as needed.
• Prioritize items to conform with service level agreements.
• Offer courteous and responsive customer support to end users.
• Perform research and problem resolution using knowledge base and best practices.
• Professional and prompt communication with co-workers and supervisors, in person, verbally and in writing.
• Various tasks may be assigned outside of the authorities/responsibilities listed on this job description.

Skills

Helpdesk experience

Microsoft OS troubleshooting

Active Directory

MS Office troubleshooting

Mobile devices iOS

DNS DHCP TCP/IP

A+ or N+ certs

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Remote control tools

Job description

REPORTS TO:

Service Desk Manager

SUPERVISES:

N/A

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responds to phone calls, email, chat and or web Helpdesk tickets to provide basic Installation, setup and troubleshooting of issues including: Workstations, printers, cellular phones and tablets, business systems passwords, email, standard windows applications, MS Office applications, internet access, network connectivity and other business systems that support critical business needs. Communicate daily ticket status to end users. Configure and install workstations, network printing devices, peripherals, and software. Maintains Helpdesk documentation. Document Helpdesk ticket repairs and resolutions upon closure. Use remote control tools to provide remote end user assistance. Work Helpdesk tickets in accordance with approved work flows, IT policies and procedures. On-Call rotation, after hours support as needed. Assign precedence to high priority items to conform with service level agreements. Offer courteous and responsive customer support to end users. Perform research and problem resolution using knowledge base and best practices. Professional and prompt communication with co-workers and supervisors, in person, verbally and in writing. Various tasks may be assigned outside of the authorities/responsibilities listed on this job description.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Minimum 1-3 years Helpdesk experience and systems support required. Basic experience working with and troubleshooting Microsoft OS, Active Directory and MS Office suites required. Basic experience working with and troubleshooting mobile devices (Apple iOS) Basic network knowledge and troubleshooting understanding of DNS, DHCP and TCP/IP. Ability to troubleshoot and repair issues in a timely fashion. Ability to prioritize work flows. A+ or N+ certifications preferred. Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently or on a team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel. Lift/ push/ pull 50lbs to 75 lbs. on an occasional basis. Lift/ push/ pull up to 20 lbs. on a frequent basis. Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs and ramps).

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

N/A

DISCRETION EXERCISED:

Work within Austal USA Standards at the direction of the Service Desk Manager

LIAISES WITH:

Austal USA End Users and Austal USA IT department

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be eligible for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application. Able to provide proof of US Person Status. Willing to submit to a drug screen. Willing to submit to a background check. No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date. No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date. Equal Employment Commitment. Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932. Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.