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Help Desk Analyst

Granger, IN · On-site

$18.50 - $25/hr

Utilizes problem management databases and Help Desk systems to troubleshoot service problems and ... Hours/shifts include weekends and holidays, and shifts may vary occasionally to ensure customers ...

$96K - $132K/yr

Overview The Help Desk Manager reports to the Associate Vice President, IS Business Systems & Operational Support and is responsible for overall management of the IS Operational Systems that provide ...

Help Desk Analyst

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Job Title: Help Desk Analyst Location: Atlanta, GA 30334 (Remote) Duration: 12+ Month Responsibilities include: * Field incoming help requests from end users via both telephone and e-mail in a ...

Help Desk Analyst

Granger, IN

$18.50 - $25/hr

Utilizes problem management databases and Help Desk systems to troubleshoot service problems and ... Hours/shifts include weekends and holidays, and shifts may vary occasionally to ensure customers ...

IT Help Desk Manager Department: Information Technology Reports To: Vice President of Information Technology Location: Waterloo, Iowa Work Arrangement: Full-Time, On-Site FLSA Status: ExemptPosition ...

Help Desk Technician

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

Evening/weekend availability Additional Principal Duties and Responsibilities Job Required Knowledge & Skills * Minimum 2 years' experience providing Help Desk support to medium-sized companies

Responsibilities : • Lead, coach, and develop the global IT Help Desk team. • Conduct one-on-one meetings, coaching sessions, and annual performance evaluations. • Establish goals and ...

Help Desk Specialist

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Join our team as a Full Time Help Desk Specialist at IntePros Federal in Washington, DC! As an ... weekends, ensuring that our clients receive timely assistance. You will also administer user ...

Help Desk Technician

Wichita, KS · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

Help Desk Technician Reports To: CISO FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Summary: The Help Desk Technician will be the first point of contact for all IT-related requests within the firm. This role ...

PURPOSE The Help Desk Manager is responsible for leading ibml's Help Desk operations and ensuring timely, professional, and effective support for customers, field service teams, and internal ...

Help Desk Specialist

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Join our team as a Full Time Help Desk Specialist at IntePros Federal in Washington, DC! As an ... weekends, ensuring that our clients receive timely assistance. You will also administer user ...

Help Desk Supervisor

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

SUMMARY The Help Desk Supervisor at Ken's Foods leads day-to-day Help Desk operations and provides direct leadership to Help Desk technicians, helping strengthen technical capability, troubleshooting ...

No Help Desk Technician I Transform technology into opportunity as a Help Desk Technician I with ... Provide weekend and holidays coverage as needed. * Requires a High School Diploma or GED.

Help Desk Specialist

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Join our team as a Full Time Help Desk Specialist at IntePros Federal in Washington, DC! As an ... weekends, ensuring that our clients receive timely assistance. You will also administer user ...

Help Desk Supervisor

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

SUMMARY The Help Desk Supervisor at Ken's Foods leads day-to-day Help Desk operations and provides direct leadership to Help Desk technicians, helping strengthen technical capability, troubleshooting ...

Help Desk Technician

Atlanta, GA

$19.25 - $26/hr

About the Role We are seeking a Help Desk Technician to join our team! This is an entry-level ... Work flexible schedules, including potential evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required to meet ...

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Help Desk Supervisor

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

SUMMARY The Help Desk Supervisor at Ken's Foods leads day-to-day Help Desk operations and provides direct leadership to Help Desk technicians, helping strengthen technical capability, troubleshooting ...

Help Desk Support

Denver, CO · On-site

$21 - $28.75/hr

Help Desk Support II (Salesforce/Jira) Location: Denver, Colorado (Remote) Job Type: Contract Experience: Minimum 3 years About the Role We are seeking an experienced Help Desk Support II ...

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How much do weekend help desk jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend help desk in the United States is $23.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Weekend Help Desk jobs?

Weekend Help Desk jobs involve providing technical or customer support during the weekend, usually outside of regular business hours. Employees in these positions assist users with troubleshooting computer systems, software, or other technology-related issues via phone, email, or chat. The primary goal is to resolve problems quickly to minimize downtime, ensuring that customers or staff have the support they need at all times. Weekend Help Desk roles are common in organizations that require 24/7 support or have clients in different time zones.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Help Desk professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Help Desk professional, you need strong troubleshooting abilities, technical knowledge of computer systems, and typically a high school diploma or relevant IT certifications such as CompTIA A+. Familiarity with ticketing systems, remote desktop tools, and common operating systems is usually required. Excellent communication, patience, and problem-solving skills help you effectively support users and handle stressful situations. These skills ensure timely, effective technical support during critical weekend hours when resources may be limited.

What is the difference between Weekend Help Desk vs Weekend IT Support Specialist?

AspectWeekend Help DeskWeekend IT Support Specialist
CredentialsBasic certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+)Similar certifications, sometimes more specialized
Work EnvironmentHelp desk or call center, remote or on-siteTechnical support, on-site or remote, often in corporate settings
Employer & IndustryIT service providers, tech companies, internal support teamsIT departments, managed service providers, corporate environments
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for weekend tech support rolesSeeking specialized IT support roles on weekends

Weekend Help Desk and Weekend IT Support Specialist roles share similar credentials and work environments, often within IT support teams. The main difference lies in the scope: Help Desk roles typically handle general user issues, while IT Support Specialists may deal with more technical or specialized problems. Both are common in corporate and service provider settings, catering to weekend support needs.

What are the typical challenges faced by a Weekend Help Desk professional, and how can they be managed effectively?

Weekend Help Desk professionals often encounter unique challenges, such as handling urgent technical issues with limited in-house support or accessing specialized resources that may only be available during regular business hours. Effective communication and thorough documentation become especially important to ensure seamless handoff between weekend and weekday teams. Proactively familiarizing yourself with escalation protocols and self-service resources can help resolve issues efficiently. Additionally, strong time management and adaptability skills can help you juggle multiple requests and maintain high-quality service during busy weekend periods.
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Infographic showing various Weekend Help Desk job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,154 per year, or $23.2 per hour.
Help Desk Analyst

$18.50 - $25/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Beacon Health System rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

518th of 881 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Reports to the Manager, Technical Support or Director, Information Systems. Provides first-line user support and delivers quality customer service to Beacon Health System Help Desk customers. Receives requests, analyzes and diagnoses hardware and software problems, resolves problems, and answers questions. When necessary, directs inquiries or escalates problems to the appropriate staff. Utilizes problem management databases and Help Desk systems to troubleshoot service problems and provide immediate technical support.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS
  • MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
  • VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
  • SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Provides first-line user support and delivers quality customer service to Help Desk customers by:
  • Answering, evaluating and prioritizing all requests for assistance - - incoming telephone calls, voice mails, e-mails, in-person requests, etc.
  • Interviewing the customer to gather information about the question and/or problem. If appropriate, leading the customer through procedures to diagnose the problem.
  • Utilizing problem management databases and Help Desk systems to troubleshoot service problems and provide immediate technical support. Refers more-complex issues to appropriate staff.
  • Determining the source of the hardware, network or application question or problem. Then researching, isolating, analyzing, troubleshooting, providing a solution, and following up to ensure resolution.
  • Logging and tracking requests, using the call tracking database and thoroughly documenting all resolution activity. Populating the IS knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  • Providing information to the appropriate IS staff for use in eliminating recurring problems. Also, documenting the information in the IS knowledge base.
  • Serving as IS customer liaison by interacting with customers at their work sites as assigned.
  • Noting trends in questions received by the Help Desk. Also, sharing this information with management so additional training can be provided.

Supports the overall operations of the IS Department by:
  • Assigning appropriate case level to incidents and assigning appropriate response levels.
  • Providing incident history, occurrence information, and reports to IS staff.
  • Providing basic Help Desk training and application support to IS staff.
  • Assisting with the diagnosis and resolution of unusual incidents.
  • Communicating work-around solutions to IS staff.
  • Participating in IS project implementations and providing project go-live assistance.
  • Performing system access functions, as assigned, following Beacon security processes and procedures.

Helps to improve Help Desk operations by:
  • Improving the information included in the 'scripts' used by the Help Desk Analysts. Also, reviewing and editing the problem resolution text.
  • Participating in generating Help Desk statistical reports.
  • Recommending and participating in developing procedures and guidelines for the Help Desk.
  • Maintaining Help Desk equipment and supplies.
  • Presenting ideas for software enhancement to IS management.
  • Participating in the development of Help Desk staff schedules, including time on the Help Desk, performing on-site customer service, and shadowing IS staff and customers.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:
  • Providing excellent customer service at all times. Also, maintaining high customer satisfaction by delivering quality customer service as measured by customer satisfaction surveys and/or other measures approved by IS management.
  • Completing other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.
ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:
  • Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
  • Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
  • Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
  • Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
  • Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
  • Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
  • Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
  • Complies with established organization and department policies.
  • Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:
  • Leverage innovation everywhere.
  • Cultivate human talent.
  • Embrace performance improvement.
  • Build greatness through accountability.
  • Use information to improve and advance.
  • Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of an Associate's degree in Computer Science or a computer-related field from an accredited college or university (or equivalent course work and/or technical training). A minimum of two years of help desk or related experience (in the repair and/or diagnosis of PC hardware and peripherals) is required.

Knowledge & Skills
  • Requires knowledge of basic networking concepts and demonstrated proficiency in using personal computers.
  • Knowledge of the various applications/tools/utilities currently used by Beacon is desirable.
  • Requires the organization and time management skills necessary to prioritize requests and manage customer service expectations.
  • Requires the strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills needed to identify problems and deliver solutions in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrates the ability to work pro-actively and independently as a member of a team.
  • Demonstrates the interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, necessary to communicate and work with IS staff, customers, vendors, and service personnel in a professional, clear, courteous, and responsive manner.

Working Conditions
  • Works in an office environment.
  • May experience some mental/visual fatigue due to continued use of computer equipment.
  • Requires the ability to work a flexible schedule. Hours/shifts include weekends and holidays, and shifts may vary occasionally to ensure customers' needs are met.
  • Requires ability to take on call rotation and work occasional overtime in order to meet the demands associated with the position.

Physical Demands
  • Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e., to sit, stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time, lift, hold and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds, use common computer hand tools, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.

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