Help Desk Support

Description
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Client is looking for a help desk support technician to add to their service desk. The help desk technician is the first line of support for the service desk and is responsible for first call resolution and appropriate escalation of tickets that can not be resolved at the help desk level. Ideal candidates will need to have experience with diagnosing, trouble-shooting and documenting issues related to password resets, software & hardware, Active Directory and MS Office 365.

Since the help desk technician is working directly with end users they will need to have great customer service and verbal communication. Managers are also looking for a team player and someone who is ambitious to learn technology.
Essential

Role and Responsibilities:

Respond proactively to telephone calls and emails sent to the Help Desk system as the first level of assistance.
Open and/or close work orders (via Help Desk software) on each call received.
Escalate problems and requests as necessary to ensure positive resolution.
Conduct research on relatively simple issues and escalates issues that cannot be resolved in fifteen minutes to either a more experienced Help Desk level or level two support.
Create, modify and/or delete user accounts per client policy and update appropriate documentation (e.g. account termination spreadsheet).
Guide end users through troubleshooting procedures to restore technical service
Re-image workstations and laptops (using current image software) when required.
Accurately document user issues and troubleshooting steps, test results and resolution information within incidents and service requests
Maintain an increasing level of proficiency in hardware, software, networking and other technologies supported by the IT Dept.
Participate in company technology projects as needed.
Maintain an accurate, timely record of hours spent on Work Orders and projects in time and accounting systems.
Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
Skills
Help desk support, Help desk, Service desk, Troubleshooting, Customer service
Top Skills Details
Help desk support,Help desk,Service desk
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Up to one year help desk related experience. Associate's degree in Information Systems or related field preferred.

Experience with Microsoft operating systems at the level used in the corporation as well as desktop and laptop hardware. Experience
Experience Level
Entry Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Lenexa, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.32 - $18.95/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2026.
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