Help Desk Technician Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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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InfoSphere Optim Technical Support Professional

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

Experience in Database Management systems and tools Technical ability to analyze and resolve issues related to these products Experience in Operating systems (Windows/Linux/UNIX) administration and...

Desktop Support Specialist - UNC Rex Hospital - Raleigh NC

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Responsible for...

Print Technical Support Specialist

  • Apex, NC (16 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Apex, NC (16 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Prior experience in IT Help Desk Support, preferably with exposure to both application and hardware support....

IT Support Administrator

  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 1 day ago

MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for Data Center, Telecommunication, and Industrial and Defense applications. Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers...

Need Desktop Support Analyst/Technical Support

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

Required Experience: - Excellent customer service skills along with the ability to apply more advanced technical knowledge to independently work on routine and complex tasks and document details...

IT Support Analyst

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

Service Desk Technician II s provide consultation, elevated support, and/or advanced instruction to users of hardware, software, operating systems, telephony, unified communications, mainframe, identity...

Sr Analytical Technical Support Engineer

  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Summary of Duties: SAS Institute, Inc. seeks a Sr Analytical Technical Support Engineer to provide technical support for analytical enterprise-class SAS software applications and/or solutions by...

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Support Specialist (with Genetec exp)

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Infojini Consulting is a full service IT consulting, services, and staffing firm with offices in Secaucus, NJ. Infojini Consulting is recognized as one of the fastest growing...

Local only_ Sr. Desktop Specialist

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

Company Description We are from US IT Solutions, an ISO Certified, E-Verify, WMBE Certified organization established in 2005 in CA. O ur company is serving various State, Local and County...

HelpDesk Engineer

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 2 days ago

We have a strong foundation built on legacy and emerging technologies, including excellent track record of on-time delif emerging mobile-based applications and web based application development....

Lead Desktop Support in Durham NC

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description US IT solutions Inc. and we are Staffing Specialist working directly with all US States and Local and Commercial clients. We are known for our IT Services, Mobile development,...

Title: Help Desk Analyst Tier 3 Application/Production Support Lo

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description We are from US IT Solutions, an ISO Certified, E-Verify, WMBE Certified organization established in 2005 in CA. O ur company is serving various State, Local and County...

Help desk analyst

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago

Job ID: NC-775598 Hybrid/Local Help desk analyst with Application/Production support, child welfare, NC FAST functionality, SQL, phone service and government experience Location: Raleigh...

Desktop Support Specialist Sr - UNC Rex Hospital - Raleigh NC

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago

Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Provides senior...

Application/Production Support Help Desk Analyst - HYBRID

  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: ***Crop to Crop resumes are accepted This is an Application/Production Support position where selected candidates will support the NC FAST application by assisting outside...

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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 Raleigh, NC

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Technicians in Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC
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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