Desktop Support Technician I
About the role
with that paragraph. Next: "WHAT DOES AN IT DESKTOP SUPPORT DO?" then description: "This position provides basic technical onsite and remote support including diagnosis of user problems related to specific supported hardware, software, and networking services provided by the IT department. Reporting directly to the director of network engineering, this position serves as the first point of contact troubleshooting, technology training, and new technology needs and facilitates the next level of support personnel for issues he/she cannot individually resolve. Problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow-up for all computers and software within the organization.Install and configure new hardware, maintain existing hardware, and track hardware inventory in real-time.Operating system and software installation and configuration and maintain an accurate software license tracking system in real-time.Asset management - responsible for tracking desktop hardware and software inventory in real-time.On-site support - participate in end-user support and problem management for all areas of the IT infrastructure.Coordinate with supervisors to provide high-quality support for new systems, projects and upgrades.Other duties as assigned." That's responsibilities. SoResponsibilities
with list items. Next: "WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT? Qualified candidates will be willing to learn new programs, processes and technology. Candidates should be positive, driven and confident individuals that will represent the company and its customers professionally at all times. Experience in customer care, sales or contact center role is a plus. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The primary requirements of this position include but are not limited to the following Desktop Support or IT Help Desk experienceProficiency researching and troubleshooting complex problems and errorsDemonstrated ability with basic networking, and telephonyDemonstrated ability to research, plan, document, and execute complex tasks/projectsExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsExcellent work ethic and dedicationAssociate’s (or equivalent) degree in Computer Science or Information Technology from a technical school OR equivalent combination of education and experienceCompTIA (A+, Network +, Server+ and Security+ certifications and/or Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) are a plus but not required" That's requirements/qualifications/skills. We need to split maybe into Requirements, Qualifications, Skills. But we can combine if content is thin. However we have specifics: "Desktop Support or IT Help Desk experience", "Proficiency researching and troubleshooting complex problems and errors", "Demonstrated ability with basic networking, and telephony", "Demonstrated ability to research, plan, document, and execute complex tasks/projects", "Excellent written and oral communication skills", "Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills", "Excellent work ethic and dedication", "Associate’s (or equivalent) degree in Computer Science or Information Technology from a technical school OR equivalent combination of education and experience", "CompTIA (A+, Network +, Server+ and Security+ certifications and/or Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) are a plus but not required". Also "Experience in customer care, sales or contact center role is a plus." That could be a plus. We could have sections: Requirements (experience, education), Skills (technical and soft), Qualifications (certifications). But we need to avoid thin sections. Let's see if we can make three substantive sections: Responsibilities, Requirements, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. The posting includes Pay: "Standard starting compensation is commensurate with experience." That's vague, not specific; we should NOT include Pay section because it's just "commensurate with experience" which is filler. The rule: never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g. "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. So Pay section should be omitted because it's just "commensurate with experience". Benefits: they list many benefits: "We believe that hard work should pay off, so we make sure that our compensation and total rewards are competitive. Standard starting compensation is commensurate with experience. Regular reviews and raises are awarded based on tenure and performance, so our employees make more each year. Employees earn paid time off as well as paid holidays and paid training opportunities. Regular daily, weekly and monthly incentives are part of the overall compensation our team members enjoy and include monetary incentive and prizes such as computers, tablets, phones, TV’s, trips, tickets, and even cars. In addition to our standard group benefits offering for full-time employees following 90-days of employment, all employees are eligible to opt for our MEC medical plan after only 30-days of employment. Benefits options and plans vary slightly by location. Just a Few Of The Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage OptionsPaid Time-OffRegular RaisesWork-at-Home OpportunitiesAdvancement OpportunityFun, Engaging Work EnvironmentCasual Dress CodeCash and Prize Contests" That's substantive benefits. So we can include Benefits section. Schedule: "NEED A SCHEDULE THAT WORKS WITH YOUR LIFE? We can offer a wide range of scheduling options for qualified candidates. There are multiple shifts and weekly work variations available to our team members. Please ask a Talent Acquisition Specialist about the different types of creative scheduling options that are available at your location. Whether you are a busy parent, student, or just want control of your work-life balance, flexible, customized scheduling is one of the perks of working at our organization." That's somewhat generic but still mentions flexible scheduling options. It's not placeholder like "varies". It says wide range, multiple shifts, weekly work variations, flexible customized scheduling. That's substantive enough to include Schedule section. Thus we will have sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe combine qualifications/skills), Benefits, Schedule. We need to decide on headings: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Benefits, Schedule. Could also have Skills but we can incorporate into Requirements. We must not repeat job title as heading. Good. We must use for section headings. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose.
We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to include all details from the posting, but we can format as lists.
We must remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. At the end there is a lot of legal EEO stuff, COVID-19 measures, ADA, diversity statements, etc. Those are boilerplate and should be removed. Also the long description about MCI, NAICS codes, etc. That's likely boilerplate (company description). Should we keep? The instruction: "Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions." The long MCI description might be considered boilerplate (company overview). However it's not explicitly listed as boilerplate but it's generic company info. The instruction says to preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. The MCI description may be considered substantive? It's about the company, not the job. The earlier part about OnBrand24 is more relevant. The later MCI description may be considered boilerplate (company overview). But it's not explicitly listed as boilerplate to remove. However it's likely considered "company overview" which might be considered boilerplate. The instruction says to remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. It does not say to remove company overview. So we should keep substantive info about the company? But the earlier part already gave OnBrand24 description. The later MCI description is repetitive and maybe duplicated. It says "In 2019 Marlowe Companies Inc. (MCI) was named..." etc. That's likely not needed for the job posting. Could be considered duplicated lines? It's not duplicated exactly but similar. Safer to remove it as it's not directly about the job. However the instruction only mandates removal of certain boilerplate types; but we can also remove duplicated lines. The MCI description may be considered duplicated content (company overview). I'd lean to remove it to keep focused on job.
Also the final paragraphs about job description purpose, etc. That's boilerplate (disclaimer). Should remove.
Thus we will keep: About the role (first paragraph), Responsibilities (the "WHAT DOES AN IT DESKTOP SUPPORT DO?" section), Requirements (the "WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT?" section plus the list of requirements), Benefits (the benefits section), Schedule (the schedule section). Also maybe include "Qualifications" but we can merge.
We need to format lists.
Let's extract details precisely.
About the role paragraph: "IT DESKTOP SUPPORT OnBrand24 is a rapidly growing, industry leading business process outsourcing and software development organization. As a high growth organization with an entrepreneurial culture we are committed to a high octane, fun and collaborative work environment. As a member of the OnBrand24 team you will have a high degree of responsibility and autonomy giving you a singular opportunity to make a difference is the organizations shape, direction and growth."
Note there is a typo: "difference is the organizations". We must preserve exactly as given? Probably we should keep the text as is, not correct. We'll keep it.
Responsibilities: list each duty.
From text:
"This position provides basic technical onsite and remote support including diagnosis of user problems related to specific supported hardware, software, and networking services provided by the IT department. Reporting directly to the director of network engineering, this position serves as the first point of contact troubleshooting, technology training, and new technology needs and facilitates the next level of support personnel for issues he/she cannot individually resolve. Problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow-up for all computers and software within the organization.Install and configure new hardware, maintain existing hardware, and track hardware inventory in real-time.Operating system and software installation and configuration and maintain an accurate software license tracking system in real-time.Asset management - responsible for tracking desktop hardware and software inventory in real-time.On-site support - participate in end-user support and problem management for all areas of the IT infrastructure.Coordinate with supervisors to provide high-quality support for new systems, projects and upgrades.Other duties as assigned."
We need to split into list items. Each sentence or clause can be an item. We'll create
- for each distinct duty.
Let's parse:
- Provides basic technical onsite and remote support including diagnosis of user problems related to specific supported hardware, software, and networking services provided by the IT department.
- Reporting directly to the director of network engineering, serves as the first point of contact troubleshooting, technology training, and new technology needs and facilitates the next level of support personnel for issues he/she cannot individually resolve.
- Problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow-up for all computers and software within the organization.
- Install and configure new hardware, maintain existing hardware, and track hardware inventory in real-time.
- Operating system and software installation and configuration and maintain an accurate software license tracking system in real-time.
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for prose. We need to preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to include all details from the posting, but we can format as lists. We must remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. At the end there is a lot of legal EEO stuff, COVID-19 measures, ADA, diversity statements, etc. Those are boilerplate and should be removed. Also the long description about MCI, NAICS codes, etc. That's likely boilerplate (company description). Should we keep? The instruction: "Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions." The long MCI description might be considered boilerplate (company overview). However it's not explicitly listed as boilerplate but it's generic company info. The instruction says to preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. The MCI description may be considered substantive? It's about the company, not the job. The earlier part about OnBrand24 is more relevant. The later MCI description may be considered boilerplate (company overview). But it's not explicitly listed as boilerplate to remove. However it's likely considered "company overview" which might be considered boilerplate. The instruction says to remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. It does not say to remove company overview. So we should keep substantive info about the company? But the earlier part already gave OnBrand24 description. The later MCI description is repetitive and maybe duplicated. It says "In 2019 Marlowe Companies Inc. (MCI) was named..." etc. That's likely not needed for the job posting. Could be considered duplicated lines? It's not duplicated exactly but similar. Safer to remove it as it's not directly about the job. However the instruction only mandates removal of certain boilerplate types; but we can also remove duplicated lines. The MCI description may be considered duplicated content (company overview). I'd lean to remove it to keep focused on job. Also the final paragraphs about job description purpose, etc. That's boilerplate (disclaimer). Should remove. Thus we will keep: About the role (first paragraph), Responsibilities (the "WHAT DOES AN IT DESKTOP SUPPORT DO?" section), Requirements (the "WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT?" section plus the list of requirements), Benefits (the benefits section), Schedule (the schedule section). Also maybe include "Qualifications" but we can merge. We need to format lists. Let's extract details precisely. About the role paragraph: "IT DESKTOP SUPPORT OnBrand24 is a rapidly growing, industry leading business process outsourcing and software development organization. As a high growth organization with an entrepreneurial culture we are committed to a high octane, fun and collaborative work environment. As a member of the OnBrand24 team you will have a high degree of responsibility and autonomy giving you a singular opportunity to make a difference is the organizations shape, direction and growth." Note there is a typo: "difference is the organizations". We must preserve exactly as given? Probably we should keep the text as is, not correct. We'll keep it. Responsibilities: list each duty. From text: "This position provides basic technical onsite and remote support including diagnosis of user problems related to specific supported hardware, software, and networking services provided by the IT department. Reporting directly to the director of network engineering, this position serves as the first point of contact troubleshooting, technology training, and new technology needs and facilitates the next level of support personnel for issues he/she cannot individually resolve. Problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow-up for all computers and software within the organization.Install and configure new hardware, maintain existing hardware, and track hardware inventory in real-time.Operating system and software installation and configuration and maintain an accurate software license tracking system in real-time.Asset management - responsible for tracking desktop hardware and software inventory in real-time.On-site support - participate in end-user support and problem management for all areas of the IT infrastructure.Coordinate with supervisors to provide high-quality support for new systems, projects and upgrades.Other duties as assigned." We need to split into list items. Each sentence or clause can be an item. We'll create
- for each distinct duty. Let's parse: - Provides basic technical onsite and remote support including diagnosis of user problems related to specific supported hardware, software, and networking services provided by the IT department. - Reporting directly to the director of network engineering, serves as the first point of contact troubleshooting, technology training, and new technology needs and facilitates the next level of support personnel for issues he/she cannot individually resolve. - Problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow-up for all computers and software within the organization. - Install and configure new hardware, maintain existing hardware, and track hardware inventory in real-time. - Operating system and software installation and configuration and maintain an accurate software license tracking system in real-time. -