Desktop Support Technician

at compucomstaffing
, you’re more than just a number. Our employee relationship managers support you throughout your engagement, providing career guidance and reemployment assistance. Our client is currently seeking a qualified desktop support technician to join their team onsite in chicago, il and provide technical support in a windows-based enterprise environment. This role requires a customer-focused professional capable of independently troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues while delivering exceptional end-user support in a fast-paced corporate environment.

This role is based in chicago, il. The ideal candidate must be open to travel to another local site based in libertyville, il 1 or 2 times per week and provide support.

• provide onsite level 2 support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, docking stations, monitors, printers, and peripherals
• diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues in a windows 10/11 environment
• perform hands-on break/fix repairs, component replacements, and troubleshooting
• install, configure, and support enterprise software applications and operating systems
• support microsoft 365 applications including outlook, teams, onedrive, and office suite

• manage incidents and service requests using servicenow
• accurately document troubleshooting activities, resolutions, and customer interactions in servicenow
• prioritize, track, and update tickets in accordance with established service level agreements (slas)
• escalate unresolved issues to level 3 support teams and vendors as required
• maintain detailed and accurate technical documentation

• perform workstation deployments, refreshes, migrations, and equipment replacements
• configure new devices and migrate user profiles, data, and applications
• support asset inventory management and lifecycle processes
• coordinate warranty repairs and vendor support activities

• troubleshoot active directory account issues, password resets, permissions, and group memberships
• support network connectivity, vpn, wireless, and workstation-related issues
• assist with conference room technologies, collaboration tools, and audiovisual support
• perform basic support for endpoint management solutions such as intune and sccm

• minimum 5+ years of experience providing desktop support in an enterprise environment
• strong experience supporting windows 10 and windows 11 operating systems
• proven experience with hardware and software break/fix support
• hands-on experience managing incidents and service requests through servicenow
• experience supporting:
  • microsoft 365
  • outlook
  • teams
  • onedrive
  • active directory
  • vpn connectivity
• strong understanding of pc hardware, peripherals, and device troubleshooting
• knowledge of networking fundamentals including tcp/ip, dns, dhcp, and wireless networking
• comptia a+, network+, or equivalent certifications preferred
• microsoft certifications related to desktop support or endpoint administration preferred
• experience supporting executive/vip users preferred
• experience with microsoft intune, sccm/mecm, and endpoint management platforms preferred
• familiarity with itil-based support processes preferred
• excellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills
• ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• ability to lift and transport equipment up to 50 pounds
• technical skills preferred:
  • operating systems
  • microsoft technologies
    entra  (azure ad)
  • ticketing & support tools
  • remote support tools
  • asset management systems
  • device imaging & deployment
  • dell, client, and lenovo desktops/laptops
  • printers and multifunction devices
  • mobile devices
  • docking stations
  • monitors and peripheral

the rate for this position is between $25.05 - $33.40 per hour
, unless local minimum wage is higher. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• ad&d insurance
• disability plans
• employee assistance program
• paid holidays (up to 6 days annually)
• paid time off (minimum of 10 days annually)
• paid parental leave (minimum of 10 days annually)
• 401(k)
• fsa/hsa pre-tax benefits

the compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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