Desktop Support Technician

SUMMARY

McCall Commuintions is seeking a Desktop Support Technician II to provide phone, laptop, software, and in-person support to users in the areas of computer operating systems, desktop applications, and applications developed or deployed under this contract. Serve as the first point of contact for troubleshooting hardware/software, computer systems (PC and Mac), and printer problems.

As a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. federal government agencies, is the prime for a $807m task order in support of the General Services Administration (GSA) Office of Digital Infrastructure Technologies (IDT) DIGIT (Digital Innovation for GSA Infrastructure Technologies) task order driving digital transformation and delivering continuous improvement and business value to its customers.  The team is comprised of the best-in-class technology partners to leverage forward-leaning technologies and best practices to transform GSA’s IT capabilities and shift offerings to provide a more flexible service delivery model, completing the agency’s shift to a fully digital experience along with its adoption of advanced, emerging technologies such as intelligent automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position shall perform the following (to include but not limited to) activities:

- Performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties pertinent to Help Desk

- Provides phone, remote, and desk-side technical support to users in the areas of e-mail, directories, standard MS Windows desktop applications, and network connectivity

- Provides personal computer support, problem analysis, and hardware/software installation and configuration

- Interacts daily with customers to ensure productivity; provides individual feedback

- Contacts hardware and software vendor representatives to solicit and arrange product demonstrations

- Maintains collection of technical publications pertaining to state-of-the-art hardware and software products and other materials

- Monitors team productivity and quality; provides individual feedback

- Provide Desk Side  assistance

- Prepares and delivers employee and customer coding and data entry training

- Maintains and verifies daily statistics; generates daily statistical reports

- Maintains an audit trail and statistical records of all problems and conditions reported by the client

- Escalate issues to vendor and third-party entities, as necessary and directed by the Government.

CONTRACT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

This following are REQUIRED for this position:

- Public Trust Clearance by start date.

- ITILv4 Foundation Training and ITILv4 Foundation Certification, may be obtained within 120 days after hire.

- Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments. Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks.

- Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems.

- Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.

- Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, or via telephone or electronically.

- May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing and  installations.

- Proven ability to work independently in a full and/or partial remote environment with limited supervision and may supervise/lead others.

- Possess the ability to communicate in both oral and written forms, demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff as well as clients.

- Maintain standard working hours per the DIGIT contract and to be available for meetings, and other collaborative efforts during working hours.

- Demonstrated ability to apply comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments with the ability to use practical experience and training to determine how to accomplish tasks.

CONTRACT DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following are DESIRED for this position:

- Proficiency in the Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meet, Docs, Slides, Sheets), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Slack, and ServiceNow.

- Must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including holidays as scheduled.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The following are the education and experience required for this position:

- 2 - 7 years of experience and high school diploma

-At least one (1) year experience with Windows desktop support.

-At least two (2) years experience working knowledge of remote tools.

-Experience supporting industry standard software products.

- Experience as a remote worker demonstrating time management and self discipline with cultural change management and Agile mindset.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:

- If remote, maintain home workspace in a safe manner, free from safety hazards and in line with information security policies.

- Communicate verbally in person, over the phone or by video chat and clearly/succinctly in writing, primarily utilizing a keyboard.

- Appear on camera for meetings with co-workers and government partners via video chat and ensure the protection of proprietary company and customer information is consistent with the company’s expectation of information security.

- Viewing computer screens and sitting for long periods of time.

- Travel minimally (or insert a percentage; or as applicable), via car or plane, which requires ability to manage luggage, laptop, and briefing materials (up to 25 pounds).