Deskside Technician – Mac Specialist

Deskside Technician – Mac Specialist

Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the Manager, End User Computing and IAM Services, the Desk Side Technician is responsible for IMACs (Installs, Moves, Adds, Changes) and technical hardware/software support. In this position you will focus on solving customer IT issues and requests by supporting Macbooks, laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and printers. You will also be responsible for equipment moves, smart hands support, event support, and VIP support. Experience in all areas of Apple Devices is critical. This is a “hands-on” technical role that requires good people skills.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Analyze and resolve hardware/software problems onsite or remote operational mode
• Installation, configuration and maintenance of a comprehensive IT infrastructure with a focus on Mac OS and Microsoft Windows
• Removal and installation of hardware components and peripherals
• Installation of additional software manually and via deployment console
• User requests for technical advice and support
• Installation and customization of client equipment
• Provide concierge support to VIP/Executive personnel as needed
• Classification of technical queries and forwarded to relevant departments
• Documentation of customer inquiries
• PC Refresh Life Cycle Process and deployment
• Use client security (antivirus, encryption), remote support and ticketing tools
• Customizing user profiles
• Hardware installation and hardware expansion
• Instruction and advice to the user
• Backup and restore of user data
• Coordination with IT coordinators and users

Job Requirements:

• Position is responsible for desk-side support in a Windows and Mac OS environment.
• Experience working in a blended environment: Macs on a Windows network running Active Directory authentication.
• Understanding of Microsoft environment/network including Active Directory, servers, operating systems and common business software/applications (i.e. Adobe, MS Office)
• Support includes installs, equipment pick-up, and equipment inventory.
• Perform miscellaneous software & hardware installs, configuration of Windows PC and Mac equipment. Provide 2nd level trouble shooting of all problems related to this activity.
• Individual must be self-starting, able to work alone and within a team, follow detailed processes, and open to flexible scheduling.
• Should be able to troubleshoot and isolate issues related to end user computing environments; printers, networks, Mac/iOS devices, computer devices, and other attached devices.

Skills Requirements

• Ability to do in-depth research and troubleshooting for complex technical issues
• Strong customer service experience in a corporate environment
• Ability to effectively work on multiple activities concurrently
• Enterprise Anti-Virus
• Familiarity with structured IT Processes (Incident, Request, Change)

Education/Experience:

• 2-4 years of professional work experience in related field
• Associates Degree or higher in related field preferred
• ITIL Foundations V3 preferred
• Apple technical certifications strongly preferred: both Mac OS X certifications (ACHDS, ACTC, ACSA), and hardware certifications (ACDT, ACPT).
• A+/Network+ or equivalent-Required/MCSA or equivalent preferred
• Experience in dealing with remote technical support ticket tool
• IT Experience: 2 years (Required)
• Mac OS Experience: 2 years (Required)
• PC Troubleshooting Experience: 2 years (Required)

“Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client”

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.modis.com/en-us/candidate-privacy.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.modis.com/en-us/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.