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High Paying Job: help desk technician Job in Canada Needed by Citi College of Canadian Careers 

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High Paying Job: help desk technician Job in Canada Needed by Citi College of Canadian Careers 

A Help Desk Technician is responsible for providing technical support and assistance to users experiencing software, hardware, or other system issues. They are typically the first point of contact for technical issues and work to resolve problems remotely or escalate them to higher-level support when necessary.

Job details

  • Location: North York, ON
  • Workplace informationOn site
  • Salary: 32.00 hourly / 35 hours per week
  • Shift, Overtime
  • Starts as soon as possible
  • vacancies1

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

 Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Respond to User Inquiries: Serve as the first point of contact for users needing technical assistance via phone, email, or chat.
  2. Troubleshoot Issues: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, and network issues.
  3. Guide Users through Solutions: Provide step-by-step instructions to help users resolve their issues, ensuring clear communication.
  4. Log and Document Issues: Record incidents, resolutions, and any necessary follow-up actions in a ticketing system.
  5. Escalate Complex Problems: Identify issues that require advanced troubleshooting and escalate them to higher-level IT staff.
  6. Perform Routine System Maintenance: Conduct regular updates and maintenance on computers, software, and other IT systems.
  7. Provide System Setup and Configuration: Assist with setting up new user accounts, configuring devices, and installing software as needed.
  8. Maintain Knowledge of IT Best Practices: Keep up-to-date on the latest in troubleshooting techniques, software, and hardware updates.

Tasks

  • Give access to computer networks
  • Report on the performance of computer systems and networks
  • Respond to users experiencing difficulties with computer
  • Consult user guides, technical manuals and other documents to research and implement solutions
  • Provide advice and training to users in response to identified difficulties
  • Collect, organize and maintain a problems and solutions log for use by other technical support analysts
  • Supervise other technical support workers in this group
  • Provide business systems, network and Internet support to users in response to identified difficulties
  • Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software
  • Perform Web-server backup and recovery operations
  • Provide customer service
  • Manage incidents

Required Skills:

  1. Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in operating systems (Windows, macOS), common software, and troubleshooting basic network issues.
  2. Problem-Solving Abilities: Capability to diagnose issues quickly and offer effective solutions.
  3. Communication Skills: Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical users in a clear, patient, and friendly manner.
  4. Time Management: Efficiently manage multiple issues, prioritize tasks, and handle urgent requests.
  5. Attention to Detail: Maintain accurate records of all interactions and troubleshooting steps.

Qualifications:

  • Education: A high school diploma is typically required, though a degree in computer science or a related field can be advantageous.
  • Certifications: CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), or similar certifications are often preferred.
  • Experience: Previous experience in a technical support or customer service role is beneficial, although entry-level positions are often available.

Who can apply to this job?

Only apply to this job if:

  • You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
  • You have a valid Canadian work permit.

If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.

How to apply

By email

citicollegecc@gmail.com

Advertised until

2024-11-27

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