IT Service Desk Specialist - Varite, Inc

Responsibilities:
Day-to-Day
A fortune 500 client is searching for an IT Support Technician. The selected candidate will be working in a fast-paced environment, so they should be a go-getter who enjoys continuously learning and growing. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team with exciting initiatives! Key accountabilities are as follows:

• Resolves Level 1/Level 2 incidents and fulfills service requests (phone, e-mail, walk-up, self-service portal) for all end users in accordance with service level targets while demonstrating the highest level of customer service
• Provisions and maintains all end-user computing equipment, such as desktop/laptop hardware, software, and peripherals in accordance with IT operations policy and procedures
• Escalates incidents to the appropriate IT operations resources in accordance with established procedure
• Monitors open tickets for accuracy, urgency and problem resolution within prescribed Service Level Agreements
• Creates and maintains document repository of fixes, installation procedures, technical tips, and other office technology processes
• Identifies, researches, and assists with implementation of new technologies in accordance with IT operations policy and procedures
• Tracks and manages IT assets (logical and physical) in accordance with IT operations policy and procedures

Qualifications:
Must-haves:

• Proven experience in a technology support role
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft based operating systems with emphasis on Windows 10, Office 2016, and Internet Browsers
• Excellent interpersonal skills especially communication and presentation skills
• Promotes and supports standardization and continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently and make decisions where necessary
• Familiarity with all components of Office 365
• In-Tune, ServiceNow Platforms Experience/Exposure
• OT Environment Exposure / Manufacturing Plant – Chemical Plant experience

Plusses:

• A+ Certification or equivalent highly preferred
• Experience supporting a manufacturing plant
• Familiarity with ITIL and HDI Incident Management Best Practices
• Familiarity with Wintel (Windows client and server technology), networks (Cisco preferred), anti-virus, general security
• Understanding of Network Standards, Protocols, and Security Policies
• BitLocker Encryption experience