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Entry-Level Desktop Support Technician
We are seeking a motivated and dependable Entry-Level Desktop Support Technician to join our growing team in Leander, Texas. This fully onsite role is ideal for someone looking to begin or grow a career in IT support while working in a fast-paced, high-volume sales and call center environment within the precious metals industry.
The Desktop Support Technician will provide day-to-day technical assistance to employees, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and help maintain reliable IT operations across the organization. The ideal candidate is customer-service oriented, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and can effectively support users in a high-energy office setting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:
· Provide first-level technical support for desktops, laptops, printers, mobile devices, headsets, and peripherals
· Troubleshoot hardware, software, network connectivity, VoIP, and user access issues
· Install, configure, and maintain Windows and Mac based workstations and common business applications
· Support employees in a high-volume call center and sales environment with timely issue resolution
· Set up new employee equipment, user accounts, and system access
· Assist with password resets, email troubleshooting, Microsoft 365 support, and conferencing tools
· Respond to help desk tickets and document resolutions in the ticketing system
· Perform routine system updates, patches, and preventative maintenance
· Support conference room technology, phones, and office equipment as needed
· Escalate complex technical issues to senior IT staff when necessary
· Maintain professionalism and confidentiality while working in a security-conscious precious metals environment
Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent required
· Associate degree, technical certification, or coursework in Information Technology preferred
· Basic understanding of Windows operating systems, networking concepts, and computer hardware
· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
· Excellent communication and customer service abilities
· Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, high-volume office environment
· Reliable transportation and ability to work fully onsite in Leander, TX
Preferred Skills:
· Experience with Microsoft Teams, Slack, NetSuite, or HubSpot is a plus
· Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Active Directory preferred
· Experience supporting users in a call center, sales, or customer service environment preferred
· Basic knowledge of printers, scanners, VoIP phones, and office networking equipment
· CompTIA A certification or willingness to obtain certification preferred
Physical Requirement:
- Ability to lift and move computer equipment up to 40 pounds
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, and walk throughout the workday
US Gold Bureau, Benefits and Perks:
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD
401k:
100% match, up to 3% of contribution
- 50% match for 4th and 5th % of contribution
- Fully vested upon enrollment
PTO:
- 3 weeks (15 business days) per year
Holidays:
· Up to 11 paid days per year
Events/Fun:
· Employee Appreciation and Recognition Events and Trips
· Monthly Social Squad Events
· Seasonal and holiday Events
REPORTS TO: IT Support
DEPARTMENT: IT/Dev
HOURS of WORK: M-F, 8:30 – 5:30, or as business needs
LOCATION: Onsite in Leander
TRAVEL: None to Minimal (local)
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person