What are the responsibilities and job description for the Helpdesk Technician position at Hays Electrical Services?
Department: Information Technology
Reports To: IT Manager / Director of IT
Position Summary
Serves as the primary point of contact for staff across the business, providing timely and effective technical support to keep operations productive. Acts as a customer-focused, proactive problem-solver who is skilled in troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues, comfortable supporting a fast-paced environment, and experienced in managing day-to-day helpdesk operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Reports To: IT Manager / Director of IT
Position Summary
Serves as the primary point of contact for staff across the business, providing timely and effective technical support to keep operations productive. Acts as a customer-focused, proactive problem-solver who is skilled in troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues, comfortable supporting a fast-paced environment, and experienced in managing day-to-day helpdesk operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact for all IT support requests via phone, email, and ticketing system
- Log, track, prioritize, and manage support requests through the helpdesk ticketing system, ensuring accurate records, timely updates, and clear resolution notes
- Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network connectivity issues for end-users efficiently
- Manage multiple concurrent support requests, effectively balancing urgency and workload
- Deliver consistently professional and courteous support to all staff, maintaining composure and a solutions-focused attitude during high-pressure interactions
- Set up, configure, and maintain workstations, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals
- Manage user accounts, password resets, and access provisioning in Microsoft 365 and Entra ID
- Assist with the onboarding and offboarding of staff, including device setup and account configuration
- Escalate complex issues to senior IT team members with clear documentation when appropriate
- Contribute to the creation and upkeep of IT knowledge base articles and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Support the rollout and maintenance of IT equipment and software across the business
- Assist with basic network troubleshooting, including connectivity, printers, and shared drives
- This role is well-suited to candidates early in their IT career — up to 1 years of
is preferred
- Solid understanding of Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint,
- Experience with Windows 10/11 desktop support and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) for user and device management
- Basic understanding of networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPNs)
- Demonstrated experience using a helpdesk ticketing system (e.g., Atera, ConnectWise,
- Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent requests in a fast-paced
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of maintaining
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical
- A methodical, patient approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving
- Experience with Microsoft Intune or endpoint management tools
- Exposure to Microsoft Defender or similar security platforms
- Knowledge of SharePoint Online or Teams administration
- Familiarity with Apple iOS and mobile device management (MDM) tools
- Familiarity with industry software such as the Trimble Suite, Autodesk, or Atera —
- CompTIA A , Microsoft certifications (MD-102, MS-900), or equivalent
- Experience in a trade, construction, or field services environment
- A genuine eagerness to learn across a broad and varied scope of IT — from end-user
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