Deskside Support Engineer, Batavia, Illinois Onsite

Experience :- 2 Years

Vacancy :- 1

Location :- Batavia, Illinois, USA

Salary :- Negotiable

Job Type :- Onsite

Job Title: Deskside Support Engineer

Location: , Batavia, Illinois

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site

Reports To: IT Operations Manager / Service Desk Lead

Position Summary

The Deskside Support Engineer serves as the primary escalation point for the Service Desk,

providing comprehensive support for all aspects of Windows and Macintosh computers and

associated software. This role is responsible for deployment, configuration, troubleshooting,

and maintenance of end-user systems, mobile devices, and peripherals to ensure efficient,

secure, and high-performing computing environments.

The engineer will deliver on-site technical support, manage refresh and decommissioning

activities, and contribute to continuous improvement by maintaining accurate knowledge base

documentation and recommending process enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

• End-User and Deskside Support
• Provide on-site deskside technical support during ’s designated business hours.
• Deliver 24x7 VIP support as required for designated personnel.
• Act as the primary escalation point for incidents and service requests unresolved by
  
  

the Service Desk.

• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, network, and account-related issues
  
  

across Windows and Mac environments.

• Perform IMAC (Installs, Moves, Adds, Changes) activities for computing devices and
  
  

peripherals.

• Provide remote and in-person troubleshooting for desktops, laptops, and connected
  
  

devices.

• Manage software deployments, system upgrades, and OS patching, ensuring
  
  

compliance with organizational standards.

• Device Deployment, Lifecycle, and Asset Management
• Execute staging, configuration, and deployment of all computing devices, including
  
  

refresh cycles.

• Manage hardware repairs, vulnerability remediation, relocations, and
  
  

decommissioning of assets.

• Follow all asset lifecycle management procedures, including proper tagging, tracking,
  
  

and disposal.

• Maintain a repository of system images and software versions for installations,
  
  

rollbacks, and troubleshooting.

• Oversee the removal or destruction of storage media in accordance with data
  
  

protection and disposal policies.

• Coordinate with network and facilities teams for connectivity and cabling resolutions.
• Knowledge Management and Process Improvement
• Develop, maintain, and update Knowledge Base (KB) articles and troubleshooting
  
  

documentation.

• Create and share best practices to improve service efficiency, first-call resolution, and
  
  

customer satisfaction.

• Document known issues, solutions, and newly discovered workarounds for future
  
  

reference.

• Support continuous service improvement through proactive analysis and technology
  
  

recommendations.

• Service Request Fulfillment
• Install and configure desktop productivity software, operating systems, and
  
  

supported applications.

• Provide data backup and restore support as needed.
• Manage network connections and printer mappings for users.
• Process and deliver technology store orders for hardware, software, and license
  
  

assignments.

• Handle loaner device management, including assessment, configuration, delivery, and
  
  

salvage of reusable hardware components.

• Support BYOD environments through Mobile Application Management (MAM) and
  
  

Azure Conditional Access, assisting users with secure access to resources.

• Mobile and Peripheral Device Support
• Provide technical support for mobile devices, tablets, handheld scanners, iPads,
  
  

pagers, and Wi-Fi-connected tools used in daily operations.

• Assist users in configuring and maintaining mobile devices under the BYOD and Mobile
  
  

Device Management (MDM) frameworks.

Mandatory Skills And Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of deskside or field support experience in an enterprise
  
  

environment.

• Strong understanding of Windows and macOS operating systems, including
  
  

installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.

• Apple Certified Mac Technician (ACMT) certification required.
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate certification
  
  

required.

• Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune), Active Directory, and Azure
  
  

AD preferred.

• Hands-on experience with desktop imaging, patch management, and antivirus
  
  

deployment.

• Solid understanding of network fundamentals (TCP/IP, VPN, Wi-Fi configuration).
• Excellent customer service, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-demand, technical
  
  

environment.

Preferred Skills And Attributes

• Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar ITSM ticketing systems.
• Experience with SCCM, JAMF, or other device management platforms.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Demonstrated ability to support VIP users with discretion and professionalism.
  
  

Work Environment

• On-site support at during business hours, with on-call availability for VIP and critical
  
  

incidents.

• Collaborative work environment with close coordination between the Service Desk,
  
  

Network, and Infrastructure teams.

• Requires adherence to ’s security, safety, and compliance policies.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Incident resolution time and SLA adherence.
• Customer satisfaction and feedback scores.
• Accuracy and quality of Knowledge Base documentation.
• Successful execution of refresh and deployment projects.
• Reduction in recurring issues through proactive problem management.
  
  

Email Us: jobs@goldenfive.net .Only qualified applicants will be contacted.