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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Software Support Engineer

Patterns desirable Experience with MySQL or similar relational databases An understanding of JavaScript fundamentals including DOM manipulation Experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure Creative and efficient...

Computech Corporation

Tech Support Specialist

Job summary: This is a Technology rollout call center, so all our assignments involve taking or making calls for multiple technology projects. We also provide first level trouble shooting support...

ForTec Medical

Help Desk Technician Intern Part-time

Job Description Our Help Desk Technicians ensure proper computer operation so that end users can accomplish business tasks....

Cloud Support Engineer - Nights

  • Tysons, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Tysons, VA
  • 8 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cloud S upport Engineer Nights to join our team in Tysons, VA. The Tier I Cloud Support Engineer will be part of a global team that provides...

Expert Technical Support Analyst

  • McLean, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 27 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Expert Technical Support Analyst to join our team in McLean, VA. In this role, you will oversee and execute complex audiovisual (AV) and...

Enterprise IT Support Officer - Location Support Center

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 29 days ago

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

Enterprise IT Support Officer - Dedicated Support

  • McLean, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 29 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Enterprise IT Support Officer (EITSO) Dedicated Support to join our team in McLean, VA. In this role, you will deliver concierge-level IT...

Technical Support Analyst SME

  • McLean, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 29 days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Technical Support Analyst SME to join our team in McLean, VA. In this role, you will oversee and execute complex audiovisual (AV) and video...

Enterprise IT Support Officer (EITSO) - Phone Tech

  • McLean, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 45+ days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Enterprise IT Support Officers (EITSO) Phone Tech to join our team in McLean, VA. In this role you are responsible for the installation,...

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Enterprise IT Support Officers (EITSO) Complex Projects Network Installer to join our team in McLean, VA. In this role, serve on a team of...

Enterprise IT Support Officer Equipment and Telephony Installer

  • Herndon, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 60+ 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...

Tier I Support Engineer - Nights

  • Tysons, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tysons, VA
  • 30+ days ago

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Tier I Support Engineer Nights to join our team in Tysons, VA. The Tier I Support Engineer will be part of a global team that provides 24x7...

Help Desk Technician - TS/SCI w. CI Polygraph

  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago

Desk Support, Troubleshooting Certifications: Security+, CE - Comptia Security+ Experience: 4 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: Help Desk Technician Transform...

Help Desk Technician - TS/SCI W/ POLY

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 90+ days ago

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

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 Analyst
A verifiable Certificate of Completion is presented to all students who undertake this course. Present this certificate to the Project Management Institute (PMI) for 6 PDUs Your primary...
IT Help Desk Professional
Do you want to start your career in the IT world? Do you want to start building your IT career path from a solid ground? You are in the right place! Wondering why? Let's see Because when you want...

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Salary for Help Desk Technician Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTechnology research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Technicians offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
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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