ZipRecruiter is hiring: 3rd Shift Desktop Engineer in Newark

Overview

Job title: Desktop Engineer - 3rd Shift (12am EST to 8am EST). Location: Newark, NJ. Note: Desktop Engineer is initially onsite for one month (Day shift) and will be 100% remote (Night shift).

Job summary: We are looking for a qualified Desktop Engineer for the 3rd shift of our 24x7 Team who has experience troubleshooting computer issues and supporting customers by phone, email, and via remote access tools. This is a fully remote role providing level 1 & 2 support for users, troubleshoot hardware and software problems for desktop and laptop computers and conduct remote problem solving when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot Desktop LAN, server, wi-fi and connectivity issues.
• Utilize ticketing system to track email submissions and managing phone support efforts.
• Manage Windows Active Directory and Exchange.
• Work closely with other IT employees on system maintenance and configuration projects.
• Work closely with other employees on interdepartmental projects.
• Maintain accurate asset management records.
• Work with vendors and manufacturers on repair and maintenance of IT equipment.

Qualifications

• College degree and/or 4-6 years' experience providing end user support
• Ability to help employees solve hardware and software problems and fulfill requests.
• Experience with Windows Active Directory & Office 365.
• Experience troubleshooting network issues in large office / Enterprise setups.
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting printer systems.
• Familiarity with DHCP, DNS, LAN, WAN, and other common networking concepts.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Experience taking user calls utilizing an IVR system, preferably Avaya.
• Must be able to cover one weekend shift and holidays that land on your coverage days.
• Basic understanding of ITIL foundation processes, i.e., Incident, Request, Change. Major Incident management experience, i.e., opening outage bridges & escalations is a plus.
• MDM experience, specifically Airwatch, is a plus.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.