Service Desk Tech I

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking an IT Service Desk Tech Level 1 in Richmond, VA to be the first point of contact for end-user technical issues. You will provide prompt, courteous support for hardware, software, and network problems, log incidents in ITSM tools, and escalate complex cases to Level 2.

Responsibilities include setting up new hardware/software, creating knowledgebase articles, and ensuring adherence to IT policies.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate degree and 1–2 years of related IT support experience.
• Preferred: associate degree in information technology or computer science.
• CompTIA A+ certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level technical support for hardware, software, and network issues.
• Answer phone calls and respond to emails, ensuring prompt and courteous service.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and resolve common technical problems.
• Escalate complex issues to Level 2 support, ensuring timely resolution.
• Log and track incidents and service requests using ITSM tools.
• Create and maintain knowledgebase articles and records of support activities.
• Assist in setting up and configuring new hardware and software for end-users.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies and procedures.

Skills

Customer support

Technical troubleshooting

Phone/email support

Escalation to Level 2

ITSM tools

Knowledgebase

Hardware setup

Policy compliance

CompTIA A+

Education

Associate degree in IT/CS

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

ITSM tools

Avaya

Right Click Tools

Job description

An IT Service Desk Tech Level 1 is the first point of contact for technical support within VCU Health System. The primary responsibility is to provide prompt and effective assistance to end-users experiencing technical issues. This is accomplished through the handling of basic troubleshooting tasks, resolving common technical problems, and escalating more complex issues to Level 2 support. This role is crucial in ensuring a positive user experience and maintaining the smooth operation of IT services. Additionally, you will use ITSM tools to log and track incidents and service requests and create knowledgebase article for issue resolution.

Essential Job Statements

• Provide first-level technical support for hardware, software, and network issues.
• Answer phone calls and respond to emails, ensuring prompt and courteous service
• Perform basic troubleshooting and resolve common technical problems
• Escalate complex issues to Level 2 support, ensuring timely resolution.
• Utilize ITSM tools such as Microsoft, Avaya, and Right Click Tools to log and track incidents and service requests.
• Create and maintain accurate and detailed knowledgebase articles and records of support activities and resolutions for all Incidents and tasks
• Assist in setting up and configuring new hardware and software for end-users.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies and procedures, maintaining system security and integrity.
• Obtain and maintain relevant certifications, such as CompTIA A+ and HDI Customer Service Representative (CSR).
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of the IT service desk.

Patient Population

Not applicable to this position.

Employment Qualifications

Required Education:

Requires an associate degree and one (1) to two (2) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of related education and experience.

Preferred Education:

Associate degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Licensure/Certification Required:N/A

Licensure/Certification Preferred:N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Years and Type of Required Experience

Minimum 1-2 year of related experience in IT support

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:N/A

Cultural Responsiveness

Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple priorities, adapt to frequent change, and intense customer interactions.

Has strong recall, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.

Can hear and speak clearly as well as write legibly.

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)

Work Position: Sitting

Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Perform shift work, Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Color Vision

Hazards:

**Mental/Sensory –Emotional**

Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking

Emotional:

Compensation Range

$19.87 - $30.79

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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