Help Desk Analyst
Reports to: Help Desk Manager
Location: Remote
Days/Hours of Work: Tues - Sat 7-4pm PST, nights and weekends as needed.
Job Summary
The Help Desk Analyst is responsible for providing technical support to end-users by troubleshooting and resolving technical issues. This individual serves as the first point of contact for end-users who have IT related problems for Quest and our customers, to deliver exceptional customer service while resolving technical issues in a timely and efficient manner. Strong soft skills and customer service abilities are essential to effectively communicate with end-users, through calls and other communication channels, and ensure a positive experience.
Essential Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Responds to end-user inquiries via phone, email or chat and provides technical support for hardware, software, and network-related issues with a focus on strong soft skills and excellent customer service.
- Answers calls from call queue, ensuring prompt call answer times and first call resolution aligned with KPI standards.
- Diagnoses and resolves technical problems, including desktop/laptop issues, software application errors, printer and network connectivity problems, or other IT related incidents, while maintaining a customer-oriented mindset.
- Documents and tracks all support activities in a ticket system, including time recording, issue identification, resolution steps, and follow-up communication, with clear and concise communication with end users.
- Escalates issues to appropriate supervisor for ticket reassignments to appropriate technical teams or higher-level support in a timely manner.
- Installs, configures, and maintains hardware, software, and peripherals, including desktops, laptops, printers, and other IT equipment.
- Supports user account administration, account resets, maintaining security groups, and adds/moves/changes.
- Collaborates with other IT team members and internal teams to identify and implement solutions to recurring technical problems to maintain positive relationships with end users.
- Provides end user training on various software applications, tools, and best practices.
Job Specifications - Knowledge & Skills
- 2 years of experience in a Help Desk position, with relevant certifications or technical training in IT.
- Proven experience in providing technical support to end-users, either in person or remotely, in a professional setting, with a strong emphasis on soft skills and customer service.
- Strong knowledge of Windows and/or Mac operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and common application software.
- Basic understanding of Microsoft domain concepts.
- Familiar with network concepts, hardware components, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users in a clear and concise manner.
- Strong critical thinking skills and ability to work both independently and part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to clearly document and articulate technical issues within the company ticketing systems.
- Must be dependable, self-motivated and demonstrate a willingness to learn.
- Ability to function in a 24/7 operation and work flexible schedule on weekdays and weekends as required.
- Travel may be required for this position.
- Enjoys a challenging yet rewarding environment.
Working Conditions / Environment & Physical Demands
- Required to work in an office environment with moderate noise and moderate temperatures.
- May be required to work off hours, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
- Incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as required.
- Sit for long periods of time.
- May lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
- May require minimal walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending.
- These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.
- Position may require Travel to customer and Quest locations.
The information above describes the general nature of the position and serves as a summary of the typical job functions. It is not a comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, or duties.
Wages and Benefits:
- Full time
- Hourly wage $25 - $35
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Women, Disabled and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Quest is a worldwide leader in technology management offering a portfolio of professional, cloud, and managed services.