Title: | Desktop Support Specialist |
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ID: | 1096 |
Department: | Information Technology |
Job Type: | Non-exempt (hourly) |
Location: | Rapid City, SD |
Company: | Golden West Technologies |
General Summary:
The Golden West IT team is responsible for developing, deploying, enhancing and maintaining IT infrastructure for 340+ personnel across South Dakota. This infrastructure includes server, virtualization, storage, network, wireless, backups, desktops, laptops, databases and applications.
The Desktop Support Specialist will provide an excellent end user experience; troubleshoot software packages, hardware devices, and other end user peripherals. Assist in file and e-mail restoral process. Install and upgrade software packages and provide technical assistance and training to end users. Create, maintain, and deploy operating system images and software packages. Manage user account creation and permissions. Respond to helpdesk tickets and provide hardware and software support over the telephone or on-site for all end users. Assist the Desktop Support Technician when required. Assist with Windows OS patch management. This position does require some travel to other Golden West offices throughout the state.
Essential Job Functions:
Other Responsibilities:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Education and/or Experience:
Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering and/or related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have direct experience with Microsoft computer operating systems and associated software with a minimum of 2 years of experience installing and troubleshooting Windows operating systems.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
Must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain a valid South Dakota driver’s license, have an excellent driving record and be insurable under the Company’s insurance policy.
Other Qualifications and/or Credentials:
Basic knowledge of networking infrastructure will be helpful in the ability to do this job effectively.
Physical Requirements:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS |
0-24% |
25-49% |
50-74% |
75-100% |
Seeing: Must be able to read computer screen and various reports. |
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Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with employees and business contacts. |
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Standing/Walking: |
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Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: |
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Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: |
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Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type, and use phone system. |
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Sitting |
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Working Conditions:
Good working conditions with the absence of disagreeable conditions. Climate controlled building with adequate lighting and space. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Note:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.