Job Details
Job Details:
Job Title: Desktop Support Specialist
Location: Newport Beach, CA 92663
Duration: 3 months
Duties:
- The Desktop Support Specialist is responsible for providing information solutions in hardware, software, and installation support on desktop Personal Computers (PC) and other network computing devices.
- Provides technical expertise to evaluate, install and maintain both hardware and software solutions to accurately meet the needs of our customers on a timely basis.
- Under the supervision of the Desktop Manager, performs a wide range of technical duties assisting with the implementation and support of the Client Hospital's Desktop services.
- Provides technical expertise to evaluate, install and maintain both hardware and software solutions to accurately meet the needs of our customers on a timely basis.
- Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct. Performs other duties as assigned.
Desktop Support Specialist - Configures new Personal Computers (PCs) with Client's standard software and "Standard PC"
- Utilizes imaging software to setup new PCs. Updates hardware and notifies appropriate personnel of PC inventory database changes.
- Utilizes available system tools. Reimages PC's that are redeployed in organization.
- Ensures that no data from prior users remain on system. Inventories all incoming equipment and verify accuracy against purchase orders.
- Reports any discrepancies to the supervisor. Builds complex desktop and laptop images.
- Manages appropriate disposal of ewaste materials according to policy.
- Provides customer support for Client's standard applications (Desktop Operating Systems, Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook).
- Refers customers to training available to facilitate problem resolution. Troubleshoots and supports desktop hardware to include PCs, monitors, printers, and network computers. Collaborates with other Information Support (IS) teams regarding hardware troubleshooting and installation (e.g., cabling, printers). Works with PC vendor technical support to resolve hardware issues. Configures and provides loaner equipment for customers when resolution is not immediate. Works with Service Desk to facilitate warranty repairs and out of warranty repairs by third party vendors. Performs Incident Management process as specified.
- Performs tasks associated with evaluation, design, installation, configuration, upgrades, testing, documentation, and expansion for desktop, laptop, management, and operating technologies. Performs daily tasks to review generated output and analyze trends from productivity tools and desktop management tools; Symantec Endpoint Protection, Dell Data Protection Encryption and Microsoft System Centr Configuration Manager (SCCM) server to proactively manage the environment.
Skills:
- Demonstrated the ability to handle multiple projects at once, with strong organizational skills and minimal supervision.
- Manage daily work problem reports and schedule work requests in a manner that supports the business.
- One to three years previous work experience in technical support position.
- Provide direction and support to team members regarding complex technical problems.
- Mac Operating systems (OSX, IOS for iPhone, iPad, Apple products).
Education: Required: - High School Diploma / GED with minimum 2 years' experience.