Provide onsite first/second-level desktop support via phone, walk-in, and ServiceNow tickets. Troubleshoot hardware, OS imaging/configuration, printers, mobile devices, basic networking and VPNs. Maintain ticket updates, knowledgebase articles, and client documentation; participate in help desk queue and occasional on-site travel.
This requisition has been created to support ongoing and future hiring initiatives within Blue Mantis. While all applications will be reviewed, this posting may not align with an immediate opening. Candidates who meet our qualifications will be considered for future opportunities as they become available.
Onsite Desktop Support Technician provides support to customer’s End Users both in person, over the phone, and through ServiceNow Ticketing system. Technician is responsible for problem determination, problem/incident recording, and problem resolution for clients of Blue Mantis.
Onsite Desktop Support Technician provides support to customer’s End Users both in person, over the phone, and through ServiceNow Ticketing system. Technician is responsible for problem determination, problem/incident recording, and problem resolution for clients of Blue Mantis.
Onsite Desktop Support Technicians typically work on-location within a Blue Mantis client’s facilities. The technician will receive ticket escalations, direct end-user escalations, as well as participate, as instructed, as part of the Help Desk call queue.
Key Responsibilities
- Resolve problems reported to Blue Mantis via phone, web tickets or direct escalations – 50%
- Provide first/second level contact and problem resolution for customer issues
- Provide timely communication on issue status and resolution
- Maintain ticket updates for all reported incidents.
- Update and maintain Help Desk Documentation and knowledgebase articles – 20%
- Review and update Help Desk documentation as assigned
- Review and create KB articles
- Other functions as directed by management – 30% or as pre-determined by client’s needs.
- Travel to remote sites with 45 minutes of the home office will be required one day a week.
- Answer phone calls entered into the call center by the SLA. Resolve or escalated as needed
- Acknowledge and work on incoming Help Desk web tickets by the set SLA. Resolve or escalate as needed.
- Work on tickets escalated by the level 1 engineers
- Create ticket and return calls to customer by the set SLA.
- Quickly and effectively communicate with customers within our SLA Work with vendor to resolve issues when required
- Configure/image desktops or laptops
- Continually update and improve our documentation of a customer environment.
- Continuously improve upon technical skills sets within assigned areas of expertise
- Continuously improve upon soft skill sets required to deliver outstanding customer service
- Perform “Walk-In” activities for any employees that need technical assistance while onsite
- Work on client assigned projects related
- Continually maintain and improve customer environment documentation
- Research and contribute technical information to the knowledgebase
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- 2-5 years of Help Desk support experience
- 1-3 years of prior Customer Service experience
- Experience with providing technical assistance over the phone and customer facing interactions.
- Able to multi-task by working on multiple open tickets simultaneously.
- Experienced in working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and projects.
- Able to investigate, analyze and troubleshoot customer issues.
- Comfortable making decisions on issue resolution without supervision.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written skills.
- Motivated to learn new skills and technology practices; focuses on continual knowledge-based improvement.
- Windows/MacOS imaging and configuration
Proficient in at least three of the following
- Windows Operating system 10/11
- MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project)
- Email support – Exchange/O365 Administration
- Azure/EntraID Active Directory Administration
- Autopilot/Intune experience is a nice to have, but not a requirement
Basic network support
- Understanding of domain/corporate IT environment PC/Laptop setup
- Basic knowledge of network technologies (LAN, WAN, wireless)
- VPN clients (Cisco, SonicWall, Fortinet, etc.)
Computer hardware support
- Troubleshoot issues with laptops, desktops, and thin clients
- USB device support and other peripherals
Printer support
- Setup/install local, wireless, and network printers
- Troubleshoot hardware printer issues
Mobile device support
Setup and troubleshoot issue with iPhone, Windows Mobile, Android, etc.
Install and troubleshoot broadband wireless devices and software
Hourly Rate Range: $21.00 to $25.00
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
About
Blue Mantis is a leading strategic digital technology services provider with a 30+ year history of successfully helping clients achieve business modernization by applying next-generation technologies including managed services, cybersecurity and cloud. Headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the company provides digital technology services and strategic guidance to ensure clients quickly adapt and grow through automation and innovation. Blue Mantis partners with more than 1,200 leading mid-market and enterprise organizations in a multitude of vertical industries and is backed by leading private equity firm Recognize.
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