Job Description

Job Title: IT Deskside Support Staff

Department: Information Technology

Reports To: IT Support Manager / IT Operations Manager

Job Summary

The IT Deskside Support Staff provides hands-on technical support to end users by diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues. This role focuses on delivering responsive, customer-oriented IT support to ensure employees can effectively use technology in their daily work.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and remote deskside support for desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices, and peripherals
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, operating system, and application issues
• Install, configure, and upgrade computer systems, software, and standard applications
• Support Windows operating system and common business applications (e.g., Microsoft 365)
• Set up new user workstations, including hardware deployment and user account configuration
• Manage user accounts, passwords, and permissions in Microsoft 365 and other business applications.
• Respond to IT service requests and incidents according to defined SLAs
• Escalate complex issues to infrastructure or specialized support teams as needed
• Perform basic network troubleshooting (LAN, Wi-Fi, VPN connectivity)
• Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, solutions, and asset inventory
• Educate users on basic IT usage, security awareness, and best practices

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Hands-on experience with desktop and laptop hardware troubleshooting
• Knowledge of Windows 10/11 and/or macOS environments
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, email systems, and common office applications
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (IP addressing, Wi-Fi, VPN)
• Ability to follow procedures and document technical issues clearly
• Good time management and multitasking abilities

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in deskside, desktop, or helpdesk support roles
• Relevant certifications are an advantage (e.g., CompTIA A+, ITIL Foundation, Microsoft certifications)

Working Conditions

• Primarily on-site role in Washington, IA with frequent interaction with end users
• Occasional on-site role in Coralville, IA
• May require occasional after-hours or weekend support
• Some lifting of IT equipment (desktops, monitors, printers)

Preferred Attributes

• Patient, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented support environment

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