Tier 1 Helpdesk

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; Remote; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Level 1 Helpdesk Technician for a remote position. The role involves triaging and resolving IT issues while ensuring excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have basic knowledge of Windows, macOS, and networking, with a customer-focused approach. Candidates must provide a reliable internet connection and suitable hardware for remote work.

Benefits

Company-provided laptop

Flexible work-from-home environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 6 months – 2 years of experience in a helpdesk, service desk, or similar IT role.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP networking, DHCP, DNS, and Wi-Fi troubleshooting.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve Tier 1 issues involving Windows and macOS.
• Provide technical assistance via phone, email, and ticketing platform.
• Document all work and troubleshoot steps in the ticketing system.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Problem-solving attitude

Excellent communication skills

Multitasking ability

Basic Linux knowledge

Windows administration

TCP/IP networking

Education

CompTIA A+, Network+, or ITIL Foundation certification

Tools

ServiceNow

Microsoft 365

Job description

This is a remote position.

The Level 1 Helpdesk Technician is the first point of contact for end users seeking technical assistance. This role focuses on rapidly triaging, troubleshooting, and resolving common IT issues, while escalating more complex problems to higher-level support teams. Success in this position is measured by ticket resolution time, customer satisfaction scores, and adherence to documented processes.

Key Responsibilities

Receive and log incidents, service requests, and questions via phone, email, and ticketing platform (ServiceNow or similar).

Diagnose and resolve Tier 1 issues involving Windows, macOS, basic Linux, Microsoft 365, VPN connectivity, printers, and common SaaS applications.

Provide step-by-step technical instructions in clear, non-technical language.

Follow standard operating procedures for ticket classification, prioritization, escalation, and closure.

Track all work in the ticketing system, documenting troubleshooting steps and final solutions.

Monitor system alerts and dashboards, acting on events that require Level 1 response.

Maintain an accurate knowledge base of known issues and fixes; contribute new articles as needed.

Collaborate with Level 2 / 3 teams to ensure seamless hand off and timely resolution of escalated incidents.

Protect data privacy and follow security best practices at all times.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

6 months – 2 years of experience in a helpdesk, service desk, or similar customer-facing IT role.

Working knowledge of :

Windows 10 / 11 administration (user profiles, basic registry edits, network settings)

macOS basics (user accounts, system preferences, software installs)

Fundamental Linux commands (file navigation, service status checks)

Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive)

TCP / IP networking, DHCP, DNS, and Wi-Fi troubleshooting.

Familiarity with a modern IT service management platform (e.g., ServiceNow, Freshservice, Zendesk).

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

Strong problem-solving attitude and customer service orientation.

Ability to type 40+ WPM and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

CompTIA A+, Network+, or ITIL Foundation certification.

Experience supporting cloud productivity suites (Google Workspace, Azure AD).

Exposure to remote management tools (RMM) or scripting (PowerShell, Bash).

Work Environment & Equipment

Company-provided laptop, headset, and access to remote support tools.

Candidate must supply consistent electric power and broadband internet (minimum 25 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up).

Remote Work Requirements

All our positions are fully remote (work from home). To ensure smooth operations, performance, and compliance with our standards, all team members must meet the following requirements :

Internet & Power Backup

• Minimum 100 Mbps fibre internet connection
• Battery backup / power solution for your internet connection to prevent downtime during outages

Device & Hardware

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) with battery backup

Noise-cancelling headset for clear communication on calls and meetings

Minimum Device Specifications

Intel i5 processor or higher

8–16+ GB RAM

Less than 5 years old

Device must be dedicated solely to work purposes (no personal use permitted) to ensure cybersecurity compliance