Entry Level Helpdesk Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

U.S. Citizenship is required and will be verified. You MUST be a currently residing within one hour of Ashburn or Springfield.
The Service Desk Analyst I serves as the first point of contact for our Company and our customers' day to day IT related requests in a 24/7/365 call center environment. This position could support one, or both, of the client's TSD (Technical Service Desk) tier 1 or ASD (Account Service Desk for Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) application) tier 2 environments providing Analyst I level support.
Primary job functions include providing high level customer service to resolve all first level IT related issues, isolates problems, determine and implement solutions as well as diagnosis and dispatch to additional support staff. Qualified candidates must be self-motivated, organized, and have strong customer service skills. This position handles requests for support relating to the remote access and repair of personal computers, printers, servers, related systems and access to these systems.
Responsibilities:

• Provide remote technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware
• Respond to email messages, web inquiries, and or phone calls for customers seeking help
• Logs all request into the Government tracking system (Remedy)
• Adds new users to the network and specifies their directory structures and system access, password resets, troubleshoots network usage and peripheral issues, resolves LAN connectivity issues and maintains LAN and internet connections
• Troubleshoots hardware and software problems, assists users with desktop applications and provides user training
• Utilizes support applications to track user requests from trouble ticket generation to resolution
• Escalates problems to other network or system support personnel when a problem is not easily identified and corrected in a timely manner
• Provides first-level telephone, email, and web support for computer systems, which may include software, hardware, and telecommunication systems
• Follow up with customers to ensure issue has been resolved
• Gain feedback from customers about computer usage
• Run reports to determine malfunctions that continue to occur

Knowledge and skills:

• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent listening skills
• Working knowledge of basic hardware and software systems
• Working knowledge of Microsoft products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Basic remote troubleshooting skills and the use of remote troubleshooting applications
• Detail oriented and well organized
• Ability to multitask
• Self-motivated
• Multilingual (Spanish, English) a plus

Education and work experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certificate in Computer or IT related area of study or equivalent preferred
• One to two years industry experience, support center or helpdesk preferred
• MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator) preferred
• A+ Certification preferred

Clearance Requirement: Must pass a DHS/CBP background Investigation
As required by Executive Order 14042, government contractor employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by November 24, 2021 or before beginning work if after November 24. Patriot will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required exception from this requirement.
Patriot, LLC is committed to a drug-free workplace. As such, the Company conducts pre-employment, reasonable cause, random and contract-mandated testing in accordance with federal and state law.
Patriot, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
About Patriot LLC:
Patriot LLC (Patriot), located in Columbia, Maryland is an established, privately held government and commercial services Contractor with dedicated employees who bring relevant, responsive and adaptive solutions to our customers.
In 2014, Patriot's CEO Anthony Russo was recognized as a Circle of Excellence Smart CEO Finalist and was profiled in the November/December issue of SmartCEO magazine. The Circle of Excellence Awards program recognizes CEOs who have succeeded in taking an aspect of their businesses to a level most companies rarely achieve.
In 2013, we received the Baltimore Business Journal's award for being the largest veteran owned business based in the Baltimore area. In 2012, we received the 2012 Best in Columbia for our work in the areas of Computer Integrated Systems Design.
In 2011, we received the Best of Maryland Award. Today, with multiple government and commercial Programs, our Core Competencies have evolved in several key operational, technical and program support areas.
As a value-added partner, we provide our government and commercial customers with the quality assurance, performance-based and program management credentials required for a maximum Return on Investment (ROI), and sustainable strategic advantages, for both the short and long terms.
Lastly, as a "verified" Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) Minority/Disadvantaged Business Entity (MBE/DBE), Patriot is committed to delivering the highest quality personnel, most innovative approaches wrapped in state-of-the-art solutions using the latest and most advanced technologies available.
Company website: http://www.patriotllc.net/
Company address: 9520 Berger Road Suite 212 Columbia MD 21046
Location: This position will be based at the customer site in Springfield, VA
Patriot, LLC is committed to a drug-free workplace. As such, the Company conducts pre-employment, reasonable cause, random and contract-mandated testing in accordance with federal and state law.
Patriot, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
To request accommodations for the application process please contact jobs@patriotllc.net or call 410-381-8015.
About Patriot LLC:
Patriot LLC (Patriot), located in Columbia, Maryland is an established, privately held government and commercial services Contractor with dedicated employees who bring relevant, responsive and adaptive solutions to our customers.
In 2014, Patriot's CEO Anthony Russo was recognized as a Circle of Excellence Smart CEO Finalist and was profiled in the November/December issue of SmartCEO magazine. The Circle of Excellence Awards program recognizes CEOs who have succeeded in taking an aspect of their businesses to a level most companies rarely achieve.
In 2013, we received the Baltimore Business Journal's award for being the largest veteran owned business based in the Baltimore area. In 2012, we received the 2012 Best in Columbia for our work in the areas of Computer Integrated Systems Design.
In 2011, we received the Best of Maryland Award. Today, with multiple government and commercial Programs, our Core Competencies have evolved in several key operational, technical and program support areas.
As a value-added partner, we provide our government and commercial customers with the quality assurance, performance-based and program management credentials required for a maximum Return on Investment (ROI), and sustainable strategic advantages, for both the short and long terms.
Lastly, as a "verified" Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) Minority/Disadvantaged Business Entity (MBE/DBE), Patriot is committed to delivering the highest quality personnel, most innovative approaches wrapped in state-of-the-art solutions using the latest and most advanced technologies available.
As required by Executive Order 14042, government contractor employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by November 24, 2021 or before beginning work if after November 24. Patriot will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required exception from this requirement.
Company website: http://www.patriotllc.net/
Company address: 9520 Berger Road Suite 212 Columbia MD 21046