Desktop Support Specialist

DMI•Sharonville, OH

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Our managed services business needs a Desktop Support Specialist I (DSS I) to join our staff. Desktop support specialists are expected to provide an excellent end user experience, which includes resolving potential or actual technical issues. Their day consists of troubleshooting different software packages, hardware devices, and other peripherals. Additionally, desktop support specialists configure computer systems according to company policies. They must follow strict privacy regulations when it comes to handling sensitive data inside company drives. They help diagnose problems and follow up to ensure their resolution. Additional tasks include performing regular maintenance and updating operating systems while minimizing downtime and increasing productivity.

Requirements

Regular and reliable attendance.
Ability to work overtime to complete projects.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Multitasking skills and ability to keep up in a fast-paced work environment.
The ability to utilize critical thinking to complete tasks.
Ability to be flexible in scheduling to meet business needs.
Successful completion of a Fingerprint background investigation.
US citizenship may be required for some positions.

Nice To Haves

CompTIA A+ certification
Microsoft’s Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) and Technology Associate (MTA) certifications
Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications

Responsibilities

Work with vendors to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
Deliver support for reported problems with desktop computers, laptops, peripherals, and mobile devices.
Install and configure desktop computer hardware, software, and peripherals using standard procedures.
Assisting individuals who have problems with computer hardware, software, or networks by asking them to describe the problem and walking customers through potential solutions.
Train people in the use of computer hardware and software, including how to use printers, email programs, and various software applications.
Keeping track of pending and completed computer help-desk requests to monitor the performance of a company’s product (for example, software or hardware), or the overall health of a company’s computer and network systems.
Answer inbound phone calls and respond to voicemails.
Answer inbound chats.
Maintain satisfactory quality assurance scores.
Assist other teams with overflow work.