IT Support Specialist 1-Durant Casino

Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM, 100% onsite. Weekly Earned Wage Access is an option for this position.

About the role

The IT Support Specialist 1 ensures proper computer operations so that end users can accomplish organizational tasks. This includes receiving, prioritizing, documenting, and actively resolving end user help requests. Problem resolution may involve the use of diagnostics, remote tools, and/or require hands-on support at the desktop level.

Responsibilities

• Utilize critical thinking skills, prioritize incoming work orders, and efficiently assess situations for appropriate response; seek clarification if work is not clear.
• Apply IT principles, methods, and practices in the customer service and support area to identify and resolve issues and requests.
• Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization.
• Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications (desktops, laptops, tablets, mobile devices, and peripherals).
• Field incoming requests from end users in a professional and courteous manner.
• Accurately document all pertinent end user identification information, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem or request.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot Windows/Mac operating systems, Microsoft 365, and other applications.
• Provide timely resolution of problems or escalation on behalf of customer to appropriate technical personnel.
• Take initiative to work independently, as well as within the team environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training in helpdesk support, support technician, or help desk technician.
• 1-2 years hands-on IT support experience in a professional environment.
• Knowledge of basic computer hardware and networking, including PCs, macOS, servers, switches, and routers.
• Knowledge of desktop and server operating systems, including current and up to 2 previous versions of Windows OS, macOS, and Windows Servers.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365, cloud applications, and remote users.
• Experience with a ticketing system (ServiceNow, Cherwell, Jira, Zendesk).
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to absorb information quickly.
• Excellent attitude, phone etiquette, written, and verbal communication, and people skills.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in high-pressure environment.
• Ability to lift and move computer equipment as needed.
• Ability to offer after-hours or weekend support.

Schedule

Full time, Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM, 100% onsite.