Job description
This role performs varying degrees of problem determination and resolution of desktop hardware and software problems through the effective use of available technical resources, per contracted service level agreements. They may also perform installs, moves, adds and change (IMAC) activities, as well as data backup and restore on certain accounts, for clients. They are responsible for resolving problems and performing IMACs within Service Level Agreement objectives (SLA), and completing all related administrative duties. As the main interface to the client, they need to understand the local and regional infrastructure and key contacts in the other competencies, i.e. network team, server admin, etc., in order to ensure that the proper team is aware of, and taking action on the problem. Strong client communication and business skills are therefore needed since direct client interaction is often required. Accordingly, they have a direct impact on client satisfaction, and therefore, need to understand their account/site environment. Responsibilities include: Answering incident request for client customers basic IT support. Will apply technical leadership expertise, capable of reviewing, analyzing and appraising enterprise systems. Troubleshoot and analyze customer issues. Resolve client hardware/software PC problem tickets. A technical knowledge of the supported platform is required as well as a working knowledge of the hardware. Resolve tickets within the client SLA and obtain a high client Satisfaction Rating. Good communication skills are required.
It is also expected that new hires live within a reasonable commuting distance (generally 50 mi or less) of the following cities: Washington, DC. Exceptions may be considered.
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Required
- High School Diploma/GED
- At least 1 year experience in deskside support.
- At least 1 year experience in Level 2 support.
- U.S. citizenship required
- English: Intermediate
Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree
- English : Fluent
Additional information
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