Remote-Desktop Support Technician

Desktop Support Technician

Location: Remote

Company: Pathway Communications

Hourly pay rate - CAD $18 - $19

Pathway has been a pioneer in IT Managed Services. Starting out as one of the first ISPs in Canada in 1995, we are now a leading Canadian technology management firm with a global reach. Our clients rely on us as their sole source for high-quality IT solutions – from hybrid cloud services to service desk, telephony and security. We were the first company in Canada to construct a Tier III certified data center and maintain a complete set of certifications including SOC 2 Type II, PCI, and ISO 27001.

Pathway Communications is looking for an Onsite Desktop Support Technician to join our team in our Toronto Downtown office. This person will drive customer satisfaction by fielding inquiries, addressing pain points and maintaining extensive product knowledge.

The ideal candidate has a customer-first mindset and aims to deliver high-quality service in every customer interaction.

• Respond to and resolve technical issues reported by users via phone, email, or in-person.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot hardware, software, and network-related issues.
• Provide technical support for desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices.
• Assist with software installations, updates, and configurations.

• Log, track, and close tickets in the service desk system, ensuring all details are accurately documented.
• Escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate teams as per service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Follow up with users to ensure issues are resolved to their satisfaction.

• Provide hands‑on support for technical problems that cannot be resolved remotely for issues relating to system (Windows‑based and Mac) and related applications.
• Set up and configure hardware and software for new employees.
• Maintain and troubleshoot AV (audio‑visual) systems for meetings and conferences.

• Educate end‑users on best practices, system functionality, and self‑help tools.
• Create and update documentation, including FAQs and user guides.

• Troubleshoot issues relating to the system (Windows‑based and Mac) and related applications.
• Perform routine hardware maintenance and upgrades.

• Knowledge of Active Directory, VPNs, remote desktop tools, and ticketing systems (e.g., Service Now, Jira).
• Basic understanding of ITIL practices is preferred.
• Use of ITSMs such as Service Now or Remedy.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Full‑time on‑site role with occasional extended hours during critical incidents.
• Must be willing to work in variable, rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• CPIC clearance and strict adherence to PCI standards.
• Physical ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 20kg.

• First Call Resolution Rate.
• Average Time to Resolve Tickets.
• Customer Satisfaction Scores (CSAT).
• SLA Compliance Rates.