Service Desk Specialist I

Astreya Partners, LLC; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (UHC Kaiser)

Dental coverage

Vision benefits

401k plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Astreya is seeking a Service Desk Specialist I to support one of our key clients. The role will troubleshoot and fix desktop hardware and software issues while delivering excellent customer service to end-users.

The successful candidate will be eager to learn and follow policies with strong teamwork and independent work abilities. The position involves imaging, updating, and resolving issues, maintaining equipment inventory, supporting network access, and handling tickets with care and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with desktop hardware and software troubleshooting.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Image, update, and resolve computer issues for new and existing employees following SOPs.
• Maintain equipment inventory and process RMAs.
• Be physically present at service locations to assist end-users.
• Monitor and update tickets in the ticketing system; escalate when needed.
• Assist with user contact, workload planning, and follow-up on tickets.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Customer service

Communication skills

Team player

Independent worker

Hardware troubleshooting

Software troubleshooting

Networking basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.)

Tools

Ticketing system

Job description

What this Job Entails

The Service Desk Specialist I will support one of Astreya’s key clients. The role will be responsible to troubleshoot and fix desktop/ computer hardware and software issues while striving to deliver excellent customer service to the end-user. You need to be an eager learner and put the learning to practice in-line with company and client policies and procedures. Scope: Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues Works on problems of limited scope Receives detailed instructions

Your Roles and Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating, ticketing procedures and work instructions to image, update and resolve computer and software application issues for new and existing employees.
• Help maintain equipment inventory, including processing RMAs and ordering new equipment.
• Maintain physical presence at designated service locations and time for employees to pick up the user's computer, or deliver to the end-user.
• Helps to monitor, update and maintain tickets in a defined ticketing system.
• Assists with responding to tickets, contact users and plan workload.
• Update, track and escalat(e) the ticket to appropriate levels/group for resolution as required.
• Sign-off on closed tickets with the user to include follow up specifically to the end user.
• Provide routine software and hardware troubleshooting support to employees to resolve common IT problems.
• Help support access to corporate network/wireless and applications both on the network as well as over VPN.
• Other duties as required.

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 0 to 2 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Builds stable working relationships internally
• Follows standard practice and procedures when analyzing situations or data
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent coordination skills and a team player
• Ability to identify issues and elevate as needed
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Knowledgeable about hardware, software, and network troubleshooting
• Understanding of software application use and installation
• Ability to resolve technical issues under pressure

Physical Demand & Work Environment

• Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing
• Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment
• Must be able to use a computer
• Must have the ability to communicate effective
• Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Salary Range

Salary Range $23.49 - $37.10 USD (Hourly) Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit. Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.

Benefits

• Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
• Dental provided through UHC Nationwide
• Vision provided by UHC
• Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)
• Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera
• Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Days
• 401k Plan
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)
• Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)
• Paid Holidays
• Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law

We’re so glad you’re here. Use this space to explore career opportunities, track your application, and take next steps with a global team that values people and progress. Astreya is a global IT managed services provider dedicated to creating technology solutions that are reliable and human-centered. We partner with the world’s most innovative organizations to optimize modern IT environments across the digital workplace, cloud, data, AI, and enterprise platforms. Our people are our strength. Across regions and roles, Astreyans bring deep expertise, curiosity, and a commitment to excellence. We believe great technology starts with great humans, which is why we invest in learning, collaboration, and career growth. At Astreya, transparency, accountability, and trust guide how we work with each other and our customers. We foster an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to make an impact. Join us to build solutions that matter and shape the future of IT together. Onwards and upwards!