Desktop Support Specialist

Job Title - Desktop Support SpecialistLocation - Tyler, TXJob Type - FulltimeBelow covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.USC onlyAbout the RoleProvide frontline support for end-user hardware (desktops, laptops, printers, scanners) and software applications (Office 365, ERP tools, communication platforms).ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot and resolve issues related to Windows OS, user profiles, email access, VPN, and printing.Support mobile device setup and management for sales or field teams.Set up and deploy IT equipment for new hires or site expansions, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.Assist with IT support in warehouse/distribution environments, including support for barcode scanners, handheld devices, and label printers.Escalate and track issues that require higher-level intervention or vendor support.Collaborate with network and system administrators for more complex technical issues.Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, resolutions, and asset inventories.Provide occasional support outside of regular business hours, particularly during product launches, promotions, or peak seasons.Qualifications2+ years of experience in desktop or end-user support, preferably in a corporate or consumer goods environment.Solid understanding of Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, and basic networking (DNS, DHCP, IP configuration).Familiarity with Active Directory, user account provisioning, and permission management.Hands-on experience supporting printers, label printers, and scanners in a production or warehouse setting.Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, and time-management skills.Customer-service mindset with the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical users.Required SkillsExperience supporting IT in a manufacturing, distribution, or retail environment.Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator, or ITIL Foundation.Familiarity with helpdesk systems like ServiceNow, Jira Service Desk, or Freshservice.Preferred SkillsExperience supporting IT in a manufacturing, distribution, or retail environment.Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator, or ITIL Foundation. xhyhwjd Familiarity with helpdesk systems like ServiceNow, Jira Service Desk, or Freshservice.