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Help Desk Level I Technician

Column Technical Services
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
Responsibilities

Column Technical Services is seeking a dedicated and customer-oriented Level I Helpdesk Technician with experience in Microsoft 365 (M365) to join a dynamic team where you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional technical support to end users. This position offers onsite support for a well-established organization in Chicago. Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your technical skills as a Help Desk Level I. Apply today to embark on a rewarding career journey with us! The successful candidate will be responsible for providing first-level technical support and assistance to end-users, resolving issues related to M365 applications and services, and ensuring a positive customer experience. This onsite role offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills in a supportive and growth- oriented environment. Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the first point of contact for end-users seeking technical assistance via phone, email, or helpdesk ticketing system.
  • Provide timely and accurate solutions to technical issues related to Microsoft 365 (M365) applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot software and hardware issues, ensuring problems are resolved efficiently and effectively.
  • Escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate IT teams or Level 2 support personnel as needed, while maintaining ownership of the issue until resolution.
  • Assist in the setup, configuration, and maintenance of M365 accounts, including user permissions, email distribution lists, and security settings.
  • Educate end-users on basic M365 functionalities, best practices, and self-help resources to encourage user empowerment and minimize recurring issues.
  • Document all helpdesk interactions, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in the ticketing system to maintain accurate records and enable knowledge sharing.
  • Follow established processes and procedures for incident management, problem resolution, and service request fulfillment.
  • Collaborate with IT colleagues and other departments to identify and implement continuous improvements to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

  • 3 years' providing end user support in an IT related environment.
  • Associates' Degree in Computer Science or Management Information Systems, preferred.
  • Experience with enterprise help desk ticketing software such as using ServiceNow or relevant software.
  • Experience supporting applications such as: Active Directory, Okta, and Intune,
  • Knowledge of MAC OS & Android mobile devices.

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