Helpdesk Technician
Job Description
This Helpdesk Technician role supports employees through hands-on, on-site and hybrid IT assistance in Tucson, AZ. The position includes Tier 1 and Tier 2 troubleshooting, walk-up help, device setup, and participation in deployment and onboarding activities.
Location and Employment Details
- Location: Tucson, AZ (hybrid)
- Job type: Contract
- Pay: USD 23–23 per hour
- Experience: Minimum 1 year
Role Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on, in-person support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, conferencing systems, and other workplace technology.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues at the Tier 1 and Tier 2 levels.
- Act as the first point of contact for walk-up support, delivering timely, friendly assistance to employees.
- Maintain high customer service standards with professionalism, patience, and empathy, including during high-pressure situations.
- Accurately log issues in the IT ticketing system and ensure timely follow-up and resolution.
- Follow standard operating procedures and escalate issues when needed.
- Collaborate with other IT team members and departments to support cohesive service across the organization.
- Support new user equipment setup and assist with onboarding and offboarding processes.
- Participate in deployment initiatives, including OS upgrades, hardware refreshes, and software rollouts.
- Stay current with technology trends and internal tools, adapting to changes in processes and the work environment.
- Provide basic training or guidance to end users on tools, software, and best practices as required.
Requirements
- Experience: 1–3 years of relevant technical support or helpdesk experience, preferably in an in-person environment.
- Proficiency with Windows and macOS, Microsoft 365, and common business applications.
- Understanding of networking fundamentals including Wi-Fi, DNS, and VPN, along with basic Active Directory tasks.
- Customer service orientation with a demonstrated ability to resolve issues while building positive relationships.
Key Technologies
- Windows
- macOS
- Microsoft 365
- Wi-Fi
- DNS
- VPN
- Active Directory