What are the responsibilities and job description for the Desktop Support Technician position at viva?
Responds to help desk tickets and works with vendor support contacts to resolve technical problems with desktop computing equipment and software.
Provide desktop support to end users, ensuring reliable operation, maintenance, and connectivity of desktop systems within a Microsoft-based environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform PC and laptop break/fix support, including hardware and software installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
Provide end-user support via in-person, phone, email, and remote tools; respond to and resolve helpdesk tickets in a timely manner
Manage the full ticket lifecycle within a service management system, including ticket creation, updates, resolution, and escalation in accordance with SLAs
Diagnose and resolve technical issues through structured troubleshooting (analyze, identify root cause, implement solutions)
Support internal teams and collaborate with vendor support to resolve hardware and software issues
Ensure desktop systems integrate seamlessly with enterprise infrastructure, including file servers, email systems, conferencing tools, and business applications
Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, resolutions, and system changes; contribute to knowledge base articles
Prioritize and manage multiple tickets simultaneously based on urgency and business impact
Required Skills & Experience
Hands-on experience supporting desktop environments, including hardware, operating systems, and standard applications
Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and basic networking issues
Experience working in a ticketing/service management platform (e.g., ServiceNow or similar)
Experience supporting a Microsoft environment, including Windows OS, Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, and Active Directory
Familiarity with basic scripting (e.g., PowerShell, PERL, or Shell) is a plus
Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to support both technical and non-technical users
Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and perform effectively in a fast-paced support environment
Notes:
The position is full time, 40 hours On-Site, no remote option available.
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Provide desktop support to end users, ensuring reliable operation, maintenance, and connectivity of desktop systems within a Microsoft-based environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform PC and laptop break/fix support, including hardware and software installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
Provide end-user support via in-person, phone, email, and remote tools; respond to and resolve helpdesk tickets in a timely manner
Manage the full ticket lifecycle within a service management system, including ticket creation, updates, resolution, and escalation in accordance with SLAs
Diagnose and resolve technical issues through structured troubleshooting (analyze, identify root cause, implement solutions)
Support internal teams and collaborate with vendor support to resolve hardware and software issues
Ensure desktop systems integrate seamlessly with enterprise infrastructure, including file servers, email systems, conferencing tools, and business applications
Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, resolutions, and system changes; contribute to knowledge base articles
Prioritize and manage multiple tickets simultaneously based on urgency and business impact
Required Skills & Experience
Hands-on experience supporting desktop environments, including hardware, operating systems, and standard applications
Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and basic networking issues
Experience working in a ticketing/service management platform (e.g., ServiceNow or similar)
Experience supporting a Microsoft environment, including Windows OS, Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, and Active Directory
Familiarity with basic scripting (e.g., PowerShell, PERL, or Shell) is a plus
Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to support both technical and non-technical users
Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and perform effectively in a fast-paced support environment
Notes:
The position is full time, 40 hours On-Site, no remote option available.
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Salary : $17 - $22