Service Desk Specialist

The Aspen Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aspen Group is seeking an IT Service Desk Specialist in Chicago to provide reliable, high-quality IT support. You will handle hardware, software, and network issues, diagnose problems, and escalate where needed.

The role emphasizes customer service and collaboration with executives and peers across departments. Ideal candidates have an associate degree in computer science or relevant field, 1+ year of desktop support, and experience with ServiceNow and remote access tools like Bomgar.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Computer Science or relevant field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides user assistance and ticket resolution for hardware, software, and networking needs.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with technical systems and escalates unresolved issues as needed.
• Performs diagnostic reviews and troubleshoots issues at user requests.
• Recommends hardware solutions for user computers in office areas.
• Troubleshoots and updates devices remotely.
• Delivers good customer service to ensure functionality and guide users.
• Documents technical issues and resolutions in the IT service management platform.

Skills

Customer service

Ticketing (ServiceNow)

Windows

Active Directory

iOS

Mac OS

Remote support

Networking basics

Education

Associate Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Bomgar

Job description

## Service Desk SpecialistApply: Chicago, Illinois: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: R2026-011492*The Aspen Group, Inc. (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S., supporting20,000 healthcare professionals and team members at more than 1,400 health and wellness offices across 46 states in three distinct categories: Dental care, urgent care, veterinarian, and medical aesthetics. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that healthcare can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of Five consumer-facing businesses: Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Lovet Pet Care, and Chapter Aesthetic Studio. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.**We are currently looking for an IT Service Desk Specialist who will provide reliable, high-quality IT support services.**The ideal candidate for this position is a reliable, adaptable, thought-leading IT desktop support professional capable of maintaining high work standards while independently managing their work. The candidate will also cultivate customer service excellence approach, developing relationships focused on collaboration and will have direct communication with end users, Aspen Executives, and peers. This position also will work as needed with several other initiatives, including assisting with projects, interacting with diverse technologies, and partnering with stakeholders in other departments.***Responsibilities*** Provides user assistance and ticket resolution for hardware, software, and networking needs.* Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with technical systems to maintain proper functionality, and escalates unresolved issues as needed.* Conducts diagnostic reviews and troubleshoots issues as requested by users.* Recommends hardware solutions for user computers in office areas.* Troubleshoots and updates devices remotely.* Provides good customer service to ensure functionality and to assist and guide users.* Reports customer feedback and potential technical needs.* Documents technical issues and their resolutions in the IT service management platform**Preferred Experience*** Associates Degree in Computer Science or relevant field or commiserate experience as a Desktop Support Technician/Engineer, or similar role.* 1+ Year(s) Hands-on, Collaborative working style with a service driven mindset required.* Good organization and problem-solving skills needed.* Ability operating, installing, and troubleshooting computer hardware, including peripherals.* Knowledge of modern ticketing systems, such as ServiceNow, needed.* Skill with supporting operating systems, including Windows 10/11, Active Directory, iOS, and Mac OS.* Experience providing desktop support in an enterprise environment preferred.* Experience working with remote physical locations and using remote access software, like Bomgar preferred.* Technical writing experience is a plus.* Some familiarity with mobile device operation, Audio/Video technologies, and networking is preferredHourly rate: $25-28/hour