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Help Desk SpecialistAlava Consulting • Houston, TX, United States
Help Desk Specialist

Help Desk Specialist

Alava Consulting • Houston, TX, United States
10 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Managing Partner at Alava Consulting, LLC.

Responsibilities

  • Performs helpdesk functions including troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining personal computer and network hardware, software, and related peripheral equipment.
  • Provides end-user support and training in the operation of computers, network systems, telephones, printers, and related peripheral equipment.
  • Responds to end-user and administration requests for network and desktop related issues and information in a timely manner.
  • Investigates and resolves first tier software and hardware problems; directs more complex problems to second tier helpdesk support level.
  • Assists with system administration duties on various networks as directed.
  • Assists with researching and testing software products as directed.
  • Installs and upgrades information system hardware and software and related equipment and systems.
  • Calls vendors for services beyond staff capability.
  • Assists in maintaining information technology equipment inventory.
  • Maintains service logs on telephone and computer repairs.
  • Manages and updates active directory.
  • Prepares reports and maintains files and records.
  • Moves and reinstalls equipment.
  • Assists with special projects as assigned.
  • Performs related tasks as required.
  • Performs On-Call tasks as required.
  • Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

  • Education / Training : Must be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED); Associate's Degree or vocational training in microcomputer technical support and networking technologies desirable.
  • Experience : At least 2 years experience working helpdesk troubleshooting IT related issues
  • Certifications / Licenses : Certifications such as Microsoft, VMware, and Cisco desirable.
  • Connectwise and Labtech experience is a plus
  • Demonstrate excellent technical and oral / written communication skills, strong initiative, resourcefulness, and a commitment to and skill in providing superior customer service.
  • Be flexible, energetic, self-motivated, quick-thinking, able to juggle multiple tasks, and willing to learn and take on a variety of responsibilities.
  • Be able to quickly develop a working knowledge of departmental functions, services, and operations.
  • Be able to perform moderate physical activity and occasionally lift, carry, or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Be able to clearly communicate technical solutions in a cordial, user-friendly, professional manner and to provide one-on-one end user training as needed.
  • Be diplomatic and composed, use good judgment, and have the ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances.
  • Be able to work effectively as part of a team and with entry-level through executive-level customers and staff.
  • Job details

  • Seniority level : Associate
  • Employment type : Contract
  • Job function : Information Technology
  • Industries : Technology, Information and Internet
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