Desktop Support Technician
Summary:
The CTS Desktop Support Level 2 Technician provides support for customers consisting of, but not limited to: end user technical support, desktop & laptop hardware support, Operating System support, software support, and documentation as requested. The position level requires an intermediate-to-advanced skill set, completion of the Dell Warranty Parts Exam, and/or the Mac Service Certification Exam as needed. This position operates under general supervision.
Qualifications & Expectations:
· Intermediate- to advanced- knowledge of information technology and an aptitude for acquiring technical knowledge.
· Previous desktop support experience in a higher education environment desired.
· Excellent organizational skills.
· Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, ability to interact well in a team environment, strong self-motivation, and a keen desire to help clients are required.
· Working knowledge of networking concepts and technologies, including TCP/IP and Microsoft networking.
· Basic knowledge of Active Directory, device management utilities such as SCCM, and JAMF.
· Demonstrates leadership in a fast-paced environment.
· Ability to remain professional in stressful situations.
· Ability to produce accurate technical documentation and end user instructions/FAQs.
Job Functions:
· Work closely with Desktop Support staff to provide efficient service to clients.
· Assist in researching technical issues.
· Record time and detailed resolution of issues in our incident management system.
· Provide intermediate level of technical support in client’s environment, ensuring timely service and appropriate issue resolution.
· Escalate technical support issues that cannot be resolved to ensure timely service and issue resolution.
· Responsible for ensuring the security and confidentiality of customer records and information; protect against any anticipated threats or hazards to the security or integrity of such records; and protect against unauthorized access to or use of such records or information that could result in substantial harm or inconvenience to any customer.
· Other duties as assigned.
Position Level:
Level 2
Minimum Class Required:
N/A
Hours:
Minimum hours as designated, not to exceed 25 hours per week, are required for this position during business hours.
Work Areas
· UWM campus wide CTS client locations
· A workstation will be provided so that all job duties can be performed as required.
Reports To:
CTS Desktop Support Liaison
Evaluation by:
CTS Desktop Support Liaison
Mentor:
Permanent Desktop Support Staff
Additional Information:
It is the responsibility of this position and individual, as a University of Wisconsin Milwaukee employee, to ensure the security and confidentiality of customer records and information; protect against any anticipated threats or hazards to the security or integrity of such records; and protect against unauthorized access to or use of such records or information that could result in substantial harm or inconvenience to any customer.