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Desktop Support Technician
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Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
Listed on 2026-02-19
Listing for:
Exceed Human Resource Consultants
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
IT Support, Desktop Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Reference: 10935 SJ Consultant:
Sone Johnson Job Description
- Respond to and resolve incidents/requests for desktops, laptops, and peripherals; support operating systems, productivity apps, email, and printing.
- Provide remote assistance and desk-side support as needed.
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain hardware and software; manage drivers, firmware, and patching to keep devices secure and up to date.
- Maintain accurate asset inventory and documentation.
- Create and maintain user accounts and profiles, handle permissions and password resets in line with policy.
- Troubleshoot LAN/Wi-Fi/VPN connectivity issues for end-user devices and escalate where necessary.
- Ensure security baselines, updates, and endpoint protection are applied; support privacy and acceptable-use policies.
- Prepare devices, access, and orientation for new joiners; deprovision and recover assets on exit.
- Work with suppliers and support partners to resolve issues and complete warranty repairs.
- Log, track, and close tickets with clear resolution notes; create end-user guides and FAQs; deliver ad-hoc user training.
- Participate in desktop rollouts, OS/application upgrades, and improvement initiatives.
- Provide on-call/after-hours support as required.
- A+, N+ or Diploma in IT (or equivalent experience).
- 2+ Years in desktop support or similar role.
- Windows desktop environments;
Microsoft 365; basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP);
Active Directory user/admin tasks. - Remote support tools (e.g., Team Viewer, Any Desk) and ticketing/ITSM platforms; patching and endpoint security hygiene.
- Nice to have: ITIL familiarity;
Linux exposure.
- Email your comprehensive CV to
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- We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
- Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.
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