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Job Description

The Help Desk Specialist serves as the first point of contact for technical support, helping end-users resolve hardware, software, network, and operating system issues to keep day-to-day technology operations running smoothly.

Role Overview

In this onsite position in Camarillo, CA, you will support users through help desk systems, email, or phone. The work includes troubleshooting across a broad set of platforms and documenting support activities to ensure issues are tracked and resolved efficiently.

Responsibilities

  • Provide timely and effective technical support to end-users via help desk systems, email, or phone, addressing hardware, software, network, and operating system issues.
  • Troubleshoot computer hardware problems involving desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and peripherals.
  • Resolve software issues tied to operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux, as well as applications such as Microsoft Office.
  • Handle network troubleshooting tasks involving LAN (Local Area Network), TCP/IP protocols, DNS configurations, VPN access, and firewalls, including TCP troubleshooting.
  • Support user account and permissions management using Active Directory, including support for IT infrastructure components such as Windows Server environments.
  • Document all support interactions in customer support ticket management systems and follow up to confirm resolutions.
  • Collaborate with team members to analyze recurring problems and implement solutions that improve system stability and the user experience.

Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience providing technical support in an IT help desk or desktop support environment.
  • Strong knowledge of computer networking concepts, including LAN setup, TCP/IP protocols, DNS management, VPN configuration, and firewall troubleshooting.
  • Hands-on experience supporting Windows (including Windows Server), macOS, Linux, and mobile devices.
  • Familiarity with help desk systems for ticket tracking and customer service management.
  • Ability to troubleshoot computer hardware components and peripherals effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users.
  • Strong analysis skills to diagnose complex problems quickly and develop effective solutions across diverse IT challenges.

Technologies

  • Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Microsoft Office
  • LAN (Local Area Network), TCP/IP protocols, DNS, VPN, firewalls
  • Active Directory, Windows Server
  • Mobile devices
  • Help desk systems, customer support ticket management systems

Compensation

USD 25 - 30 per hour

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

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