IT Technical Support Engineer

Job Description:

  • Keep computer systems running smoothly and ensure users get the maximum benefit from them.
  • Install and configure computer hardware operating systems and applications.
  • Monitor and maintain computer systems and networks.
  • Installing new software and hardware drivers and updating existing ones as needed.
  • Logging all service requests and updating tickets as needed.
  • Provide support in a face-to-face capacity, over the phone or via remote desktop software, helping staff or clients set up systems or resolve issues.
  • Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults.
  • Follow diagrams and written instructions to repair a fault or set up a system.
  • Support the roll-out of new applications.
  • Set up new users’ accounts and profiles and deal with password issues.
  • Respond within agreed time limits to call-outs.
  • Work continuously on a task until completion (or referral to third parties, if appropriate).
  • Prioritize and manage many open cases at one time.
  • Test and evaluate new technology.

Job Requirements:

  • Proven work experience as a Technical Support Engineer, Desktop Support Engineer, IT Help Desk Technician or similar role.
  • Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot basic technical issues.
  • The ability to think logically
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Additional certification in Microsoft (MCSA), Cisco (CCNA)or similar technologies is a plus.
  • Excellent listening and questioning skills, combined with the ability to interact 
  • Attention to detail.
  • Good problem-solving skills.
  • BS degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field.

 

Preferred Experience:

  • Microsoft Windows Desktop Environment 3 years (Preferred).
  • Microsoft Windows Server Environment 3 years (Preferred).
  • Active Directory