Help Desk Technician Jobs in Naperville, IL

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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PC Network Support Technician

  • Aurora, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

PC Network Support Technician 3 RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible...

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Helpdesk

  • Bolingbrook, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Helpdesk Technician to join a high-touch, fast-paced IT support team. This role is ideal for individuals with retail experience...

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Sr. Systems Support Engineer

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

This senior, cross-functional role serves as a subject matter expert for complex, escalated incidents across core Supply Chaintechnologies, including WMS, G2P, TMS, SCADA, and related logistics...

Regional IT Support Analyst (10063)

  • Alsip, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Alsip, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

systems and deployment tools (SCCM, Intune) Fortinet hardware exposure ServiceNow, Lansweeper, Bomgar Preferred: Workstation imaging experience Familiarity with SCCM, Intune, and mobile device management...

Help Desk Technician

  • Rosemont, IL (19 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL (19 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Summary Xenon arc is seeking an experienced IT Help Desk Technician to join our dynamic Technology team....

IT Helpdesk Technician

  • Glendale Heights, IL (7 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (7 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The IT Helpdesk Technician is a critical member of our Information Technology team, responsible for troubleshooting and resolving technical issues across a variety of devices and systems. You will...

Production Support Engineer

  • Park Ridge, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Strong SQL skills and proven ability to work directly with relational databases. Prior experience with enterprise integrations (REST/SOAP APIs, XML, JSON, batch processing)....

Customer Technology Support Specialist

  • Romeoville, IL (9 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Romeoville, IL (9 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

at AMERISOURCEBERGEN SERVICES CORPORATION in Romeoville, Illinois, United States Job Description Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our...

Technical Support Specialist

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Title: Technical Support Specialist Location: Peachtree Corners, GA, Harleysville, PA, Elk Grove Village, IL Are you looking for a company that empowers talent? Here at Siemens, we take...

Desktop support

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (11 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (11 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Company Description Our client is located in Oabrook IL Job Description Searching for a Desktop support consultant with 2-5 years of experience for a role in Oakbrook, IL We have 3 positions open...

Platform Support Engineer (Amazon Connect & Salesforce CRM)

  • Naperville, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 3 days ago

About Evolutyz Corp: Evolutyz Corp, a vibrant, award-winning, woman-owned IT consulting firm headquartered in Naperville, IL. We are passionate about innovation and committed to driving business...

Technical Support Specialist - HYBRID

  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: Knowledge of and/or basic skills in: Microsoft Windows Applications and Desktop Operating Systems (Active Directory)....

Help Desk Administrator (Hybrid, Schaumburg, IL)

  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Experience managing and maintaining the following operating systems: Windows 10,11 iPhone iOS, and Android....

Apple End User Support Specialist

  • Naperville, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 7 days ago

Proficient in Apple and PC client functions in networked environments, various operating systems, and network applications like Microsoft Office....

Desktop Support

  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Desktop Support Schaumburg, IL 1 Contract To Hire Information Technology Highlights Job Number BH_1004865 Job Type Contract To Hire Description Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Desktop...

Demographic Data for Naperville, IL

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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 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...
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...

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Salary for Help Desk Technician Jobs in Naperville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Technicians in Naperville, IL 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 in Naperville, IL
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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