Help Desk Technician Jobs

A Help Desk Technician is a vital part of the technology industry. They are responsible for providing technical support and assistance to users experiencing issues with hardware, software, and network systems. Their role involves troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving technical problems, often via remote access. They might also install, configure, and maintain software and hardware, and train users on new technologies. The technician will typically document incidents and solutions, often working within a ticketing system. They may work as a part of an IT team or independently in a smaller organization.

Important skills for a Help Desk Technician include strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, thorough knowledge of computer systems, networks, and both common and proprietary software. Relevant certifications like CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ can greatly enhance job prospects. Some roles a person may hold before becoming a Help Desk Technician include: IT Support Specialist, Computer Technician, or Network Administrator. These roles provide valuable experience in troubleshooting, customer service, and technical knowledge that can be beneficial for a Help Desk Technician role.

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Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP

IT Service Analyst (Hybrid)

Taft is seeking an IT Service Analyst to join our team in our West Palm Beach office. We are seeking an IT Service Analyst for our West Palm Beach office. This role provides Level 1 “White Glove”...

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: · Repairs entry-level equipment at component level. · Works to improve technical skills through on-the-job technical training, technical projects and...

TicketManager

Software Support Engineer

Live events are fun. Concerts, sporting events, festivals….we make lifelong memories enjoying live events with friends and family. Companies spend over $600 billion each year taking clients and...

NESD Help Desk Agent II - $24/hr - Bossier City

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Our work depends on a Help Desk Technician II joining our team to support the Department of the Navy Enterprise Service Desk (NESD) activities at our Bossier City, LA facility....

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Enterprise IT Support Officer (EITSO) - Location Support Center (LSC) to join our team in Tysons, VA. In this role, you will provide...

Enterprise IT Support Officer Installer

  • Herndon, VA
  • 25 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 25 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Enterprise IT Support Officer (EITSO) - Installer (Switch Technician / VIST) to join our team in Herndon, VA. In this role, you will support...

Enterprise IT Support Officer - Location Support Center

  • Herndon, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 12 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Enterprise IT Support Officer (EITSO) - Location Support Center (LSC) to join our team in Herndon, VA. In this role, you will provide...

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Enterprise IT Support Officer (EITSO) Equipment & Video Installation Technician to join our team in Herndon, VA. In this role, you serve on...

Enterprise IT Support Officer Equipment and Telephony Installer

  • Herndon, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 12 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Enterprise IT Support Officer (EITSO) Equipment and Telephony Installer to join our team in Herndon, VA. In this role, you support a...

System Support Specialist II

  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 7 days ago

System Mobile Device Support (Android, iPhone) Application Security Permissions Salesforce, Google Apps, Bankway Browser, Active Directory preferred Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: None...

Help Desk Technician Level 1

  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • 60+ days ago

Desk Technician Level I Transform technology into opportunity as a Help Desk Technician with GDIT....

Help Desk Technician - TS/SCI

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 5 days ago

As a Help Desk Technician supports and manages the responsibilities of the successful completion of all tasks in assigned projects....

Information Technology Support Specialist (TS/SCI w Poly)

  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • 8 days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None...

Security Support Specialist - TS/SCI w/Poly

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 60+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None...

Help Desk Technician Level II

  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • 60+ days ago

Desk Support, Remote Support, Technical Support, Troubleshooting Certifications: None Experience: 7 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: Help Desk Technician...

Help Desk Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Help Desk - Technician
To assist an individual seeking employment as a Help Desk technician, this program and associated workbook aims to provide an overview of the typical knowledge and skills required, without...
Help Desk - Manager
To assist an individual seeking employment as a Help Desk manager, this program aims to provide an overview of the typical knowledge and skills required, without focusing on any one technology...
Help Desk Essentials
This three day QA authored course is designed primarily for those who are starting out in the IT support career. Working on a help desk or service desk, this course will provide a strong...

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Salary for Help Desk Technician Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Technicians offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
Master's Degree
23.0%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
High School or GED
6.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Help Desk Technicians
2-4 years
36.5%
Less than 1 year
25.1%
1-2 years
23.2%
4-6 years
10.7%
None
3.2%
6-8 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.6%



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