Service Desk/Desktop Support Technician

Connection has a fantastic opportunity through our Technical Staffing division for a Desktop Support Technician in Urbandale, IA. This is an onsite opportunity. The opportunity is based on a contract to hire model offering great benefits.

We are looking for a motivated and customer-oriented Desktop Support Technician (Level 1) to join our IT Service Desk team. This role provides hands-on technical support for both office and field staff across our regional operations. The ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to resolve first-level technical issues efficiently in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for IT support, providing timely and professional assistance to end users.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows workstations, Microsoft 365 applications, network connectivity, printers, and mobile devices.
• Fulfill service requests including onboarding new users, setting up workstations, installing software, and supporting peripheral devices.
• Manage and resolve tickets assigned via round-robin queue, ensuring adherence to defined SLAs.
• Accurately document issues, resolution steps, and contribute to the knowledge base to support ongoing improvements.
• Escalate unresolved or complex technical issues to Level 2 or engineering teams as necessary.
• Participate in scheduled after-hours support rotation when needed.

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in a technical support or IT help desk role.
• Familiarity with IT ticketing systems such as Freshservice, ServiceNow, or similar platforms.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, Windows OS, and basic endpoint troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-first mindset.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced setting.
• Associate degree in an IT-related field or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn and grow within the role.