Service Desk Pro: User Support & IT Training

Tippecanoe County Government; Terre Town (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tippecanoe County Government in Indiana seeks a Service Desk Technician to provide technical assistance for microprocessor-based computers and to install and configure PCs and software. You will respond to calls, handle phone and email requests, and help users with LAN and system issues.

The role includes creating training materials, keeping procedures updated, and assisting staff through on-site and remote support as needed. Some extended hours and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in computer operations, information systems or related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of microprocessor computer systems, telecommunication equipment, network printers, and ability to perform routine maintenance, make necessary repairs, install hardware and software, identify and resolve minor hardware and software problems, and provide training and assistance to users.
• Ability to operate Windows Operating Systems, Office 365, and System Center Configuration Manager.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, other County personnel, and vendors, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities and disabilities.
• Ability to plan and layout assigned work projects, work on several tasks at the same time, and complete assignments effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and work with others in a team environment.
• Ability to occasionally work extended, weekend and/or evening hours, and occasionally travel out of town for training, sometimes overnight.
• Ability to adapt to ever changing advancements and changes in technology and relay the information to userbase.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls for assistance with workstations, software, printers, and telephones, including diagnostics and repairs or vendor escalation.
• Respond to customer requests by phone and email.
• Install and configure personal computers and software; connect to LAN and wire as needed.
• Provide knowledge, courteous technical support, and training to users.
• Resolve LAN and other system issues.
• Create training materials with screenshots for clients.
• Create training programs for user education.
• Document internal procedures.
• Collect feedback to identify patterns and create FAQs.
• Train incoming staff.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Windows OS

Office 365

SCCM

Customer support

LAN troubleshooting

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in computer operations or related field

Tools

System Center Configuration Manager

Networking hardware

Job description

Tippecanoe County Government in Indiana seeks a Service Desk Technician to provide technical assistance for microprocessor-based computers and to install and configure PCs and software. You will respond to calls, handle phone and email requests, and help users with LAN and system issues.

The role includes creating training materials, keeping procedures updated, and assisting staff through on-site and remote support as needed. Some extended hours and travel may be required.