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Help Desk Specialist

Paladin Consulting
Birmingham, AL Contractor
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/7/2026

We are hiring for an Associate I Help Desk role in Birmingham, AL. Seeking candidates with 1-5 years of experience in Help Desk, Service Desk, Desktop Support, or IT Support environments.


Location: Birmingham, AL 35242

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay Rate: $18-$20/hour

Duration: Long-term contract with potential for hire


Responsibilities:

  • Provide first-level IT support to end users
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, and connectivity issues
  • Respond to and document support requests in a ticketing system
  • Resolve issues remotely or escalate as needed
  • Support Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office/O365, and end-user devices
  • Deliver excellent customer service and meet SLA requirements


Requirements:

  • 1-5 years of Help Desk, Technical Support, or Desktop Support experience
  • Experience with Windows OS, Microsoft Office/O365, Active Directory, and remote support tools
  • Knowledge of ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Remedy, Zendesk, or similar
  • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and customer service skills
  • CompTIA A , Network , or similar certification preferred
  • High School Diploma or equivalent


Interested candidates can apply or send their resume directly for consideration.

Salary : $18 - $20

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