Desktop Support Analyst
Connection · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
Information Technology$27–$28.5/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact for end-user technical support requests via phone, email, and ticketing systems.
- Log, track, prioritize, and manage support tickets while ensuring timely resolution and communication with users.
- Perform initial troubleshooting and diagnosis of hardware, software, operating system, network connectivity, and application-related issues.
- Escalate unresolved incidents to the appropriate support teams and coordinate follow-up activities through resolution.
- Provide regular updates to end users regarding ticket status and expected resolution timelines.
- Process new hire, employee termination, and workstation move requests, ensuring all required systems and access are provisioned appropriately.
- Create, modify, and maintain Active Directory user accounts, profiles, and permissions.
- Cook up with third-party vendors when necessary and maintain accurate documentation of support activities.
- Install, configure, troubleshoot, and repair desktop and laptop hardware, peripherals, and related equipment.
- Deploy and connect workstations to corporate networks and business systems.
- Perform workstation setup, equipment relocation, software installations, and desktop imaging activities.
- Support data migration efforts and user onboarding initiatives.
- Maintain and manage loaner laptop inventory and related asset tracking processes.
- Absorb workstation support and support team initiatives as needed.
- Document technical issues, resolutions, and support procedures to improve service delivery.
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Experience providing Help Desk and/or Desktop Support in a corporate environment.
- Strong customer service skills with a commitment to delivering an exceptional end-user experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience troubleshooting Windows-based desktops, laptops, printers, and common business applications.
- Familiarity with Active Directory user administration.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
- Strong sense of urgency and responsiveness when addressing user issues and business-critical incidents.