Service Desk Analyst
About The Position
Black & McDonald’s Corporate Service Group is growing! If you are an analytical, organized, and detail-oriented professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Service Desk Analyst is located in Markham, ON and typically reports directly to the Service Desk Team Lead. The Service Desk Analyst is responsible for providing first-line technical support to end users, ensuring timely resolution of IT incidents and service requests. The role focuses on delivering high-quality customer service, troubleshooting hardware/software issues, and maintaining operational efficiency aligned with ITIL best practices.
Requirements
- Diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
- 1–3 years of experience in a Service Desk or IT Support role
- Strong knowledge of: Microsoft Windows OS and desktop environments, Microsoft 365 / Office 365 suite, Active Directory / Azure AD (Entra ID)
- Experience with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceDesk Plus, ServiceNow, Jira Service Management)
- Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
- Familiarity with remote support tools
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and customer service skills
Nice To Haves
- ITIL Foundation certification
- Experience with endpoint management tools (e.g., Intune)
- Knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) processes
- Exposure to cybersecurity best practices
Responsibilities
- Provide Level 1 / Level 2 technical support via phone, email, chat, or ticketing system
- Log, categorize, and prioritize incidents and service requests in the ITSM tool
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to: Windows operating systems, Office 365 / Microsoft 365 applications, Email, Teams, and collaboration tools, Network connectivity (VPN, Wi-Fi, LAN), Printers, peripherals, and mobile devices
- Perform user account management tasks: Password resets, Account unlocks, Access provisioning/deprovisioning (IAM coordination)
- Escalate unresolved issues to appropriate support teams (Deskside, Infrastructure, Security, etc.)
- Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, resolutions, and knowledge articles
- Follow ITIL processes (Incident, Request, Problem, and Change management)
- Monitor ticket queues and ensure adherence to SLAs and KPIs
- Participate in shift rotations, if required
- Assist in asset tracking and inventory management
- Contribute to continuous improvement of service desk processes and user experience
Benefits
- group insurance benefits
- pension plan
- annual discretionary bonus
- career development programs
- other HR programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
