Desktop Support Engineer (Level 2) at Nscglobal

Calgary, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hardware Troubleshooting, Software Installation, System Upgrades, User Account Management, Help Desk Support, Diagnostic Utilities, Problem Resolution, Documentation, Rapport Building, Prioritization, Microsoft OS, Mac OS X, Application Support, Customer Service, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Overview NSC Global is currently looking for a Desktop Support Engineer (Level 2) to join our growing company. NSC Global provides global network implementation and support solutions to world-class organizations, delivering cost savings and operational simplicity. Our goal is to partner with world-class enterprises, helping them become more agile, create commercial advantage and build quality through design, deployment, support and management of their global IT communications. NSC Global is a US Cisco Global Gold Certified Partner with a corporate headquarters in London, UK. Please review our website at www.nscglobal.com for more information on our organization. NOTE: Only candidates with an open/valid work permit can be considered. NSC is unable to assist with visa applications. Responsibilities Maintains, analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs computer systems, hardware and computer peripherals. Documents, maintains, upgrades or replaces hardware and software systems. Supports and maintains user account information including rights, security and systems groups. May require an associate’s degree in a related area or 5+ years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the fields’ concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to a project leader or manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Position Description: Field incoming help requests from end users via both telephone and work orders in a courteous manner. Document all pertinent end user identification information, including name, department, contact information, and nature of problem or issue. Build rapport and elicit problem details from help desk customers. Prioritize and schedule problems. Escalate problems (when required) to the appropriately experienced technician. Record, track, and document the help desk request problem-solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made, and actions taken, through to the final resolution. Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting. Access software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and frequently asked questions resources on the Internet to aid in problem resolution. Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization. Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications. Test fixes to ensure problem has been adequately resolved. Perform post-resolution follow-ups to help requests. Develop help sheets and knowledge base articles for end users. Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position Qualifications Knowledge & Experience: Knowledge of basic computer hardware. Experience with desktop operating systems including Microsoft, and Mac OS X Extensive application support experience. Working knowledge of a range of diagnostic utilities. Good understanding of the organization's goals and objectives. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and questioning skills. Strong documentation skills. Personal Attributes: Ability to conduct research into a wide range of computing issues as required. Ability to absorb and retain information quickly. Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language. Highly self-motivated and directed. Keen attention to detail. Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Exceptional customer service orientation. Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Soft Skills: Thought Process: Able to understand technical concepts and can develop ways to help others learn. Ability to solve complex problems with innovative solutions. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to quickly and proactively gain an understanding of the client's business problems and deliver solutions and recommendations to solve. Interpersonal: Excellent customer service, technical, organizational, and communication skills -- in person and on the phone; effective listening and team orientation. Able to persuade, influence and negotiate with staff and vendors in critical situations. Able to motivate others and work cooperatively in a group to achieve common goals. Physical: Able to sit at a desk and grasp writing instruments. Able to manipulate fingers to perform keyboard strokes on a computer. Mobile between buildings. Must also be able to lift 40lbs without issue and move it from under a desk to a cart and vice versa.

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Responsibilities

The Desktop Support Engineer will maintain, analyze, troubleshoot, and repair computer systems, hardware, and peripherals while documenting, maintaining, upgrading, or replacing hardware and software systems. Responsibilities also include fielding incoming help requests, documenting issues, prioritizing tasks, and performing hands-on fixes at the desktop level.