Desktop Support Specialist Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

We are looking for a Desktop Support Engineer to to provide technical assistance to our clients. You will help install, upgrade and troubleshoot hardware and software systems. If you’re computer-savvy and enjoy supporting end users, we’d like to meet you. To succeed in this role, you should have a problem-solving attitude along with the ability to give clear technical instructions. You should be familiar with remote troubleshooting techniques. Ultimately, you will ensure prompt and accurate customer service and increase client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Address user tickets regarding hardware, software and networking

Walk customers through installing applications and computer peripherals

Ask targeted questions to diagnose problems

Guide users with simple, step-by-step instructions

Conduct remote troubleshooting

Test alternative pathways until you resolve an issue

Customize desktop applications to meet user needs

Record technical issues and solutions in logs

Direct unresolved issues to the next level of support personnel

Follow up with clients to ensure their systems are functional

Report customer feedback and potential product requests

Help create technical documentation and manuals

Skills

Proven work experience as a Desktop Support Engineer, Technical Support Engineer or similar role

Hands-on experience with Windows/Linux/Mac OS environments

Working knowledge of office automation products and computer peripherals, like printers and scanners

Knowledge of network security practices and anti-virus programs

Ability to perform remote troubleshooting and provide clear instructions

Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills

Customer-oriented attitude

BSc in Computer Science or relevant field

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00-$19.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to QC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

CMA CGM Group, founded by Jacques R. Saadé, is a leading worldwide shipping & logistics group. Now headed by Rodolphe Saadé, CMA CGM reinvents transport and logistics in order to offer an integrated maritime, port and land service that exceeds its customers' expectations. Present in over 160 countries through 755 offices, 750 warehouses, equipped with a young and diverse fleet of 511 vessels, CMA CGM serves 420 of the world's 521 commercial ports and operates on more then 200 shipping lines. The group currently employs 110,000 people worldwide, including nearly 2,400 in Marseille, in its headquarters in Marseilles. *CMA CGM Canada is looking for* A dynamic IT Desktop Support Specialist to join the Montreal Team, working closely with the US IT Support group. All applicants must be *Legally Authorised TO WORK IN Canada.* *Summary Description* The Desktop Support Specialist provides local and remote end user support throughout North America for a variety of desktop and laptop hardware and software platforms. They install, configure, maintain, and upgrade all microcomputer and peripheral equipment as needed to ensure Company standards and quality assurance levels are met. They are the first responders to all IT Help Desk phone calls and emails and troubleshoot and correct user problems to the application access level while promoting a helpful and positive image to our internal customers and external vendors alike. The Desktop Support Specialist provides local and remote end user support throughout North America for a variety of desktop and laptop hardware and software platforms. They install, configure, maintain, and upgrade all microcomputer and peripheral equipment as needed to ensure Company standards and quality assurance levels are met. They are the first responders to all IT Help Desk phone calls and emails and troubleshoot and correct user problems to the application access level while promoting a helpful and positive image to our internal customers and external vendors alike *Essential Duties & * Analyze user input requests from phone calls and emails to create and assign Help Desk tickets to themselves or to the appropriate technical resource for resolution. * Troubleshoots desktop or laptop computer problems to the hardware component or application access level and resolves any issues found in a timely manner and to the customer’s satisfaction. * Updates their open Help Desk tickets as needed keeping customers informed of the progress. Documents problem resolutions in the Help Desk application software for future reference. * Setup and configure desktop or laptop computers for all new hires. * Completes and submits to management a quality assurance checklist for every computer serviced to ensure that Company quality levels are maintained. * Provides on-call assistance after hours for remote users and assists with resolving their computer issues. Completes and turns into management an on- call log that notes any issues addressed during their on-call rotation. * Creates and maintains documentation pertaining to hardware or software installation procedures, computer asset tracking, loaner equipment, the shipping or receiving of equipment, RMAs, and software licensing. * Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned. * *Education: *Diploma or University degree in Computer science/ IT and/or relevant certifications (CompTIA A+ certification, CompTIA Network+ certification, Microsoft Certification) * *Experience & Technical knowledge: * * 1 year of IT experience * Working knowledge of: * Microsoft windows operating systems, network connectivity troubleshooting * common desktop and laptop hardware to the component level * Local and Wide Area networking * Ethernet and TCPIP network connectivity * Internet and common Internet browser software * General knowledge of: Microsoft office applications, Active Directory and Microsoft server operating systems, VMware, Microsoft SQL server * Ability to troubleshoot: Hardware and software, network connectivity and peripheral equipment troubleshooting skills such as printers, copiers and fax * *

*About Us: * Propel (formerly MoneyKey) is an innovative Fintech Company that provides services and unsecured financial products to consumers via a safe and secure online platform. Propel was founded in [phone number]in Toronto to remove the complexity and bureaucracy that people often experience while trying to borrow money, and to provide an underserved population with unsecured credit in a respectful way and with extraordinary service. Our goal is to provide our customers with a simple and convenient process! Our amazing team has experienced phenomenal growth and thrives on an entrepreneurial spirit, passion, and top-tier talent. We believe in innovation and in measuring success through results and growing within; talent and hard work never goes unnoticed, and we succeed together. *About You: * You are a talented professional looking for a career, not a job. Reporting to the Manager, IT, you will provide front line support to the Propel team. You will manage a service desk providing full-scope IT support for the setup, maintenance, troubleshooting and provisioning of IT software and hardware. You picture yourself succeeding within a vibrant and entrepreneurial organization where your ideas will be heard, and where you will have an opportunity to showcase your talents and great skills. You are motivated by goals, a self-starter, and a hardworking individual who likes to wear multiple hats. We are seeking a proven, driven team player who is looking to join a fast-paced, high growth, energetic and forward-thinking team. *Responsibilities* · Provides first-level support to the Propel team, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise. · Responsible for the maintenance of all hardware and software. · Ensure technology equipment inventory of all desktop, monitors, keyboards and other crucial computer equipment is maintained and planned for future growth. · Manages the setup of new employees, ensuring all IT-related requirements are in place prior to start date. · Manages the activation and maintenance of logins and accounts for new, existing and departing employees. · Responsible for software and hardware deployment. · Manages a service desk and provides support for all aspects of end-user computing and network-based PC/Mac system software and hardware. · Produces and maintains documentation and asset management data for all hardware and software. · Liaises with third party vendors to coordinate software and hardware repairs/support. · Provides guidance to management regarding the sourcing of hardware. · Identifies opportunities for and leads process improvement initiatives. · After hours systems changes, monthly maintenance roll out and on-call support is required. · and maintaining technology equipment for remote users. · Working with partners to ensure network in server room is in good order and functioning optimally. *Requirements* · Bachelor's Degree in a technical or business discipline or equivalent experience. · Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in the IT Support or Operations field. · Hands on experience supporting a multitude of operating systems, platforms, and devices. · Proficient in MS Windows administration and elements like Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP. · Proficient in Apple Mac OS X, hardware, accessories, and the support therein. · Exposure to Microsoft Teams or other VoIP systems would be an asset. · Good knowledge of IT concepts and overall strategies, methodologies, practices & procedures. · General knowledge of network switches would be an asset. · Excellent English written and verbal skills. · Ability to multi-task and manage multiple tickets/tasks. · Ability to work in a fast paced environment, coordinating workflow. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, including aboriginal, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, creed, family status, national origin, age and gender. We thank all applications for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies or phone calls. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: * Casual dress * Dental care * Extended health care * Paid time off * RRSP match Schedule: * Monday to Friday * Weekend availability Ability to * Winnipeg, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: * IT Support: 1 year (preferred) Work remotely: * Temporarily due to COVID-19

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