Help Desk Technician

Job Description Location: Columbus, Ohio Regular Hours: 40 per week, M-F, office open 7am to 6pm EST Pay Range: $19.00 to $24.00 Hourly Employment Type: Full-time Exempt Status: Non-Exempt PTO Classification : H1 **This position is on-site in our Columbus, Ohio office. Hybrid privilege available after 90 days of employment.** Who We Are At Astute Technology Management , we're more than just an IT services provider-we're a team of passionate professionals committed to helping small and mid-sized businesses thrive. Based in Central Ohio and growing across the Eastern U.S., we deliver smart, reliable IT solutions-from cybersecurity and network management to outsourced support. Our clients count on us because we're responsive, resourceful, and genuinely invested in their success. Position Overview As a Help Desk Technician , you'll be the first point of contact for our clients' end users -solving problems, sharing knowledge, and making their day easier. You'll work alongside a team that's upbeat, curious, and always ready to jump in. If you enjoy fast-paced work, take pride in helping others, and love figuring things out, this role is a great fit. Key Responsibilities Serve as the first point of contact for support, responding promptly and kindly to calls and emails, and ensuring every client feels heard and supported. Open, document, and resolve Help Desk tickets efficiently, keeping records accurate and clients updated throughout the process. Gather and document incident details during first-level phone support, making sure client needs and expectations are clearly understood and communicated. Follow company guidelines for ticket creation and triage, updating information as needed and ensuring fair distribution of workload among the team. Provide expert support for mobile devices, desktops, laptops (Windows and Mac), and Microsoft 365, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting. Proactively address hardware, software, network, and printing issues, and facilitate new device setups on client networks. Conduct and document network audits, and maintain up-to-date client infrastructure records. Keep clients informed about the progress of their requests and any changes or outages, ensuring transparency and trust. Qualifications Minimum 2 years' experience in Help Desk or Technical Support. High School diploma or equivalent Exemplary customer service skills and a client-first mindset. CompTIA A+ and Network+ (or commitment to complete within 6 months of hire). MTA - Operating, Networking, and Security Fundamentals (or equivalent). Basic network troubleshooting skills. Experience supporting Windows and MacOS environments. Strong communication, active listening, and problem-solving skills. Ability to multi-task, adapt quickly, and work well in a team. Benefits 100% paid employee health care premium 100% paid employee AD&D, STD, and LTD premiums 401(k) or Roth with 4% company match (fully vested on eligibility after 90 days) Low-cost dental and vision coverage Financial assistance for ongoing professional development and training Monthly mobile phone allowance 15 days PTO annually (accrued) and Flex Time 6 paid holidays Client review spot bonuses Working Conditions Hybrid role requiring regular office presence Sitting for extended periods of time Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer equipment, and similar tools Why Astute? We're committed to your growth and well-being. You'll join a team that values your expertise, encourages learning, and celebrates success. If you're ready to make a difference for our clients and your colleagues, we'd love to meet you. #J-18808-Ljbffr