Help Desk Support Technician

Post Date

Jan 03, 2025

Location

Birmingham,
Alabama

ZIP/Postal Code

35242
US
Apr 09, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

BIR-753708

Pay Rate

$16 - $20 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

One of Insight Global s largest banking clients is seeking 15 Service Desk position that are responsible for first and second level user support. In addition to providing basic Level 1 support, this position provides support for issues typically considered to be more complex. Interacting directly with bank teammates, the Technical Support 1 fields initial requests for service and incidents through live calls and work tickets, resolving most support issues first call without having to escalate the issue or hand off the issue to another technician or team. This role: supports and executes equipment configurations and setups; meets all assigned SLAs, department goals, and objectives; engages with and/or escalates to other support teams as appropriate. The successful candidate must have the ability to perform well in fast-paced environments, great listening and communication skills, strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, and an aptitude for supporting a broad array of computing needs. A foundational knowledge of IP and basic network connectivity and communication are required. The ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment is necessary.

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Required Skills & Experience

High School Diploma
Minimum of one year in Service Desk or end-user support role with experience supporting/troubleshooting hardware, desktop applications, and/or other end user support needs
Knowledge of Desktop operating systems (Windows 10), Windows applications including the MS Office Suite and Outlook
Experience providing live customer service in Help Desk, Call Center, or similar environment
Working knowledge of Active Directory and user management
Basic understanding of LAN/WAN technology
Excellent knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office and application software
Strong analytical and organizational skills as well as excellent oral and written communication skills
Relates well with others and builds effective business relationships

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Technical Certifications (such as A+, Net+, Microsoft or Cisco)
Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree
Experience with a Microsoft or Google migration
Supporting remote users, remote control software, VPN, Citrix client, Google Application Suite

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.