Help Desk Technician Jobs in Newton, MA

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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Help Desk Support

  • Fintech
  • Beverly, MA (22 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Beverly, MA (22 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Join Fintech in Beverly, MA as a Technical Support Specialist and play a key role in delivering seamless IT support across the organization. In this hands-on role, you'll troubleshoot systems,...

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Field Support Technician

  • Beth Israel Lahey Health
  • Burlington, MA (10 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Burlington, MA (10 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

This individual also supports all standard operating systems, software applications, and vendor devices....

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PC Technician

  • TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group
  • Concord, MA (11 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Concord, MA (11 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

The candidate will offer support with problems that the first-tier of help desk support is unable to resolve....

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Lab IT Support Technician

  • TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

Position Overview: We are seeking a Lab IT Support Specialist to provide dedicated technical support within a laboratory setting. This role will partner closely with scientists, vendors, and lab...

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Supply Chain Operations Support Specialist

  • Mass General Brigham
  • Somerville, MA (4 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Somerville, MA (4 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to...

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IT Support Lead

  • InfoPeople Corp
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Framingham, MA (13 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

IT Support Lead Introduction: The IT Support Lead will be responsible for serving as the primary point of contact for all Primary Care Providers experiencing technology issues with the Ethizo EMR...

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Support Engineer, Alexa

  • Amazon
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Amazon is seeking a Support Engineer to join our Amazon Alexa data team. This role focuses on Large Language Model (LLM) and identifying improvements to the customer experience, primarily in the...

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Network Support Specialist - Tier 1

  • Reading Public Schools
  • Reading, MA (13 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Reading, MA (13 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

Unpacks, connects, installs and tests new computers, other hardware, peripherals, operating systems and software....

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IT Systems Support Analyst - LPT - Quincy College

  • Quincy College
  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Quincy, MA (11 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Provide Tier 1/Tier 2 help desk support, resolving end-user issues promptly. Support network operations by assisting with troubleshooting and documentation....

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Desktop Support

  • Marlborough, MA (18 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marlborough, MA (18 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title : Desktop Support Location : Marlborough MA 01752 Duration : 12+ months Contract (with possible extension) Job Description: Experience with deskside support to build machines, install...

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Desktop Support

  • Andover, MA (20 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Andover, MA (20 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title : Desktop Support Location : Andover, MA 01810 Duration : 12+ months Contract (with possible extension) Job Description: Need an Asset management tech having experience with ServiceNow,...

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Desktop Support Analyst

  • TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group
  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for walk-up IT services in accordance with ticket procedures. Provide exceptional customer service while performing technical troubleshooting...

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Procurement Support Specialist, Learning and Development Division

  • Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) The Massachusetts OIG is at the forefront of promoting effective government and the responsible use of public money and property. The OIG is an...

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Senior Analyst, IT Support Services

  • American Tower
  • Woburn, MA (9 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (9 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

The Team We are seeking a Senior Analyst IT Support Services to join American Tower's IT organization's Infrastructure & User Services team. The supports, innovates, and enhances Microsoft...

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Desktop Support Technician

  • Excelitas Technologies
  • Billerica, MA (14 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (14 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

ENABLE your future through light. Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical,...

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Salary for Help Desk Technician Jobs in Newton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Technicians in Newton, MA 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
6.2%
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 Newton, MA
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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