Desktop Support Technician / Help Desk (Onsite)

Job Title :

Desktop Support Technician / Help Desk (Onsite)

Location : Des Moines, IA

Duration : 6 months

Interview Process :

Either Web Cam or In Person Interview

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

Provide desktop / laptop / thin client support both desk-side and remotely.

Install, patch, and troubleshoot Windows 7 / 10.

Troubleshoot issues with Microsoft 2019 and Office 365 products.

Configure and troubleshoot Windows networking (TCP / IP).

Escalate issues to next-level support or management as appropriate.

Troubleshoot issues with Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome.

Provide support using remote tools.

Install and troubleshoot a variety of in-house developed and third-party software.

Troubleshoot desktop and network printer issues.

Support Google Workspace products.

Support Apple devices (iPad, iPhone).

Understand and support Microsoft Active Directory (client-side).

Implement hard drive encryption, preferably using Bitlocker and McAfee.

Modify system registry as needed.

Qualifications :

Required Experience :

4 years of experience in PC support (desktop / laptop / thin client).

4 years of experience with Windows 7 / 10 installation, patching, and troubleshooting.

4 years of experience troubleshooting Microsoft 2019.

4 years of experience with Windows networking (TCP / IP) configuration and troubleshooting.

4 years of experience escalating issues to next-level support / management.

4 years of experience troubleshooting Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome.

4 years of experience providing support with remote tools.

4 years of experience installing and troubleshooting a variety of software.

Experience in support of Microsoft Office 365 products.

Experience in Apple device support (iPad, iPhone).

Thorough understanding of Microsoft Active Directory (client-side).

Experience with hard drive encryption, preferably Bitlocker and McAfee.

Desired Experience :

Ability to troubleshoot desktop and network printer issues.

Experience with Google Workspace products.

Ability to modify the system registry.

Education :

Preferred : 4-year degree or equivalent technical study.

Certifications :

Industry certifications (A+, Network+, MCP, etc.)

Communication :

The candidate must have strong communication skills to effectively liaise with IT staff and non-technical users, ensuring timely execution of tasks.

Top Skills & Years of Experience

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Industry certification (A+, Network+, MCP, etc)

Required

Years

4 years of relevant experience and preferred education of 2 year degree or equivalent technical study

Required

Years

Experienced in PC (desktop / laptop / thin client) support both desk side and remotely

Required

Years

Windows 7 / 10 installation, patching, and troubleshooting

Required

Years

Ability to troubleshoot issues with Microsoft 2019

Required

Years

Windows networking TCP / IP Configuration and troubleshooting

Required

Years

Escalate issues to next level support and or management accordingly

Required

Years

Ability to troubleshoot issues with Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome

Required

Years

Demonstrated experience providing support with remote tools

Required

Years

Ability to install and troubleshoot issues with a variety of in-house developed and 3rd party software

Required

Years

Troubleshoot desktop and network printers issues

Required

Years

Experienced in Google Workspace products

Required

Years

xperience in Apple device support (iPad, iPhone)

Required

Years

Experience with hard drive encryption preference for Bitlocker and McAfee

Required

Years

Ability to modify system registry

Required

Years

Recruiter Details :

Name : Anjali at gsksolutions dot com

Contact : Eight three two - Two one nine - Three two six three

About US :

GSK Solutions Inc. is a premier information technology services company dedicated to delivering exceptional consulting solutions and staff augmentation to our valued clients. With an unwavering commitment to quality, timeliness, and budgetary considerations, we consistently strive to exceed client expectations, building a strong reputation through our reliable execution. Our expertise spans commercial and custom product development, covering information security, software development, consulting, and IT audits. We excel in managing critical, time-sensitive projects for Fortune 500 clients nationwide, ensuring their success is always at the forefront of our mission.