Desktop Tier 1 Support Technician

The Desktop Support Technician will be responsible for operating as the primary interface between employees and the IT department. This position will provide support to end-users on a variety of issues by identifying, researching, and resolving technical problems. Contact with customers will be through telephone calls, email and in-person requests for technical support. Will be responsible for documenting, tracking, communicating, and monitoring problems and requests to ensure a timely resolution. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a Windows/MacOS environment tracking and responding to a high-volume of requests is preferred.ResponsibilitiesThe following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of the Desktop Support Technician.Ensuring the effective utilization of technology, process, and systems to provide the highest quality of serviceProviding first-line support and responding to requests received via phone, voicemail, e-mail, or in-person; daily support of Windows/MacOS environmentProviding single-point-of-contact for user community with special attention to prompt resolution of problems that can be handled by desktop support staff; analyze calls and coordinate with correct support team for resolution of issues outside desktop supportInterfacing with Internal departments and acting as liaison during problem resolutionFollowing up with clients upon notification of problem resolution to ensure the situation has been resolved to the customer's satisfactionCapable of software repair, upgrading, loading single-user operating systems, troubleshooting, maintenance and diagnosticsProviding hardware (desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile device) maintenance and problem resolutionSetting up, modifying, and terminating user accounts in Active Directory, Azure AD, and Office 365.Assisting with New Hire/New Application training as requestedPerforms analysis of problems, root-cause, and all processes that effect the customer service organizationResolves most client problems without escalation to 2nd level supportSpecial projects as requiredQualificationsMinimum of 3 years of successful hands-on Windows, Mac, Active Directory, Azure AD, Office 365, Adobe Creative Cloud support experienceExperience with Cisco networks, SonicWall firewalls/VPN, Xerox MFPs, VMware ESXi, VEEAM, Desktop Central, Microsoft Dynamics AX, and ShoreTel IP phone systems is idealStrong software and hardware diagnostic skills to solve problemsExperience with trouble ticket systems; strong documentation skillsAbility to differentiate between hardware, software and server issuesWorking knowledge and understanding of Windows / MacOS operating environmentWorking knowledge and understanding of Network protocolsSolid Windows / Mac skills to help production users solve their problems while working under tight deadlines.Demonstrated ability to identify and complete necessary tasks and troubleshoot PC and Mac platformsDemonstrated ability to document work completed and work in-progressAbility to communicate technical information to non-technical clientsExcellent organization and time management skills; excellent oral and written communication skillsProficient in Office products to include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier and Bridge a plusAbility to establish and work multiple prioritiesA proven ability to quickly grasp new concepts or procedures; proven ability to drill into all manner of issues and escalate when necessaryMay be required to be on-call and/or work some nights or weekends.Travel to remote facilities in Southern California will be required on a weekly basis.