IT Technician 1

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Help Desk & End User Support

• Serve as the first point of contact for incoming IT support requests via phone, email, ticketing system, or in-person

• Troubleshoot and resolve Tier 1 issues; escalate complex or unresolved issues to Tier 2/3 support as appropriate

• Provide courteous, professional support to users of varying technical skill levels

Account & Access Management

• Create, modify, disable, and delete user accounts in Microsoft 365, and other identity management platforms

• Manage user permissions and group memberships in accordance with the principle of least privilege

• Process onboarding and offboarding requests to ensure timely provisioning and deprovisioning of access

• Reset passwords and manage MFA enrollment for end users

Hardware Management

• Receive, configure, image, and deploy both Windows and Apple laptops

• Maintain an accurate inventory of all hardware assets, including tracking assignments, warranties, and lifecycle status through use of an MDM

• Perform routine hardware inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting & Technical Support

• Diagnose and resolve issues related to operating systems (Windows/macOS), office productivity software, printers, and network connectivity

• Support users with VPN, remote desktop, and remote access tools

• Assist with software installations, updates, patches, and license management

• Document troubleshooting steps and resolutions in the knowledge base to support future issue resolution

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred

• 1+ year of experience in a help desk, IT support, or technical services role preferred; internship or lab experience considered

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of Windows 10/11 and macOS operating systems

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive)

• Basic understanding of Active Directory and user account management

• Experience with ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira, Zendesk, or similar)

• Understanding of basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)

• Ability to image, configure, and deploy endpoint devices

Certifications (Preferred)

• CompTIA A+

• CompTIA Network+

• Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)

• ITIL Foundation

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive benefits (medical with HSA option, vision, dental, and life insurance)
• Paid parental leave
• Medical and Dependent FSA
• 401K match
• Unlimited PTO
• Ten company holidays
• 1 Volunteer day
• Summer Friday's
  
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