IT DESKTOP SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Sparrow Health System

United States, Michigan, Lansing

1200 East Michigan Avenue (Show on map)

Nov 09, 2024

Job Opportunity

Job ID:44364 Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description Purpose: Under general supervision,
Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

Purpose:

Under general supervision, provides Level II (field) support to end-users for PCs, hardware, software and peripheral devices. Handles problems that the Level I (phone) support is unable to resolve. May interact with network services, desktop services and applications teams to correct problems and identify issues. Simulates or recreates user problems to resolve operating difficulties.

Recommends system modifications and process improvements to reduce user problems and increase user productivity.

Maintains currency and high level of technical skill in field of expertise. Escalates more complex problems to Senior Help Desk Support Service Specialist or Field Services Manager.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

Answer all calls promptly and within a specific timeline to ensure a high level of service availability to the customer.
Provide Level I (phone) and Level II (field) support for problem tickets and logs, using current reporting system, include clear and concise problem descriptions and/or resolution comments wheneither closing the support ticket or referring to next level support.
Provide Level I and Level II diagnoses and repair of PChardware, software, and peripheral devices.
Understand and maintain a working knowledge of Windows based software applications.
Participate in 24 hour on call and Tech On-Call pagercoverage. Respond to pages.
Exhibit strong customer service.
Document installation instructions and troubleshootingsteps.
Transporting equipment using Sparrow services and/or associate's own vehicle

Job Requirements

General Requirements	License / Certification: * A+ Certification and demonstrated skill set, or 4 years experience in IT Field service role * Valid driver's license and working transportation * Microsoft certifications - MCDST, MCP preferred
Work Experience	Experience: * At least one year of experience in a Helpdesk Level II (field) support role.
Education	Education: * High school education or equivalent. * Associate Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or closely related field preferred
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	Skills & Abilities: * Knowledge of Operating Systems software required. * Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, problem-identification and problem-solving skills. * Strong customer service skills. * Positive, cooperative, motivated attitude. * Understanding of general networking and topology architectures

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family
Information Technology
Requirements:

Shift	Days
Degree Type / Education Level	Associate
Status	Full-time
Facility	Match Any
Experience Level	Under 4 Years