IT Help Desk Technician
Active Directory
Cloud Platforms
Desktop It Support
Desktop Support
End User Support
Endpoint Management
Help Desk Support
Identity and Access Management
Incident Management
Information Technology (IT)
It Service Management
IT Services
It Support
Microsoft 365
Service Management
Service Request Management
Technical Support
Windows
Windows Support
Job Description
Ascend IT is hiring an onsite IT Help Desk Technician in Hampton, VA to deliver Tier I/II support and desktop services while meeting SLAs.
Responsibilities
- Provide Tier I/II Help Desk and desktop support for employees
- Troubleshoot Windows 10/11 desktops and laptops, plus printers, mobile devices, and other peripherals
- Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, network connectivity, and Microsoft 365 issues
- Document, prioritize, and resolve incidents and service requests using ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus
- Support endpoint deployment, software installation, patch management, and asset management with ManageEngine Endpoint Central
- Create and manage Active Directory accounts, including password resets, group memberships, and permissions
- Install, configure, and maintain desktop hardware and software
- Escalate more complex technical problems and maintain timely customer communication
- Deliver customer service aligned to established service level agreements (SLAs)
- Follow ITIL-based processes for incident, request, and problem management
Requirements
- 2+ years of IT Help Desk, Desktop Support, or Technical Support experience
- Hands-on experience with ManageEngine, ServiceDesk Plus, and/or ManageEngine Endpoint Central (highly preferred)
- Experience supporting Windows 10/11
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365
- Experience supporting Active Directory
- Experience supporting printers and peripheral devices
- Experience supporting mobile devices (iOS/Android)
- Familiarity with basic networking concepts: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Passion for outstanding customer service and a positive, customer-first attitude
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced support environment
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Desire to continuously learn new technologies
- Ability to collaborate with technical teams and end users
Technology
- ManageEngine; ServiceDesk Plus; ManageEngine Endpoint Central
- Active Directory
- Windows 10; Windows 11
- Microsoft 365
- ITIL
- TCP/IP; DNS; DHCP; VPN
- iOS; Android
Benefits
- Start on Day 91 of employment
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Job type: Full-time
- Pay: USD $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
- Schedule: M-F
- Work location: In person
- Location: Hampton, VA
- Employment requirement: 2+ years minimum experience