Help Desk Support Analyst

Help Desk Support AnalystLas Vegas, NV | On-site roleBase pay: $22 - $24 per hour Minimum of 2 years of experience in IT troubleshooting and support.Western Funding is a fast-growing, specialized consumer finance company and subsidiary of Westlake Financial Services, providing automotive financing to borrowers with limited access to traditional credit. Western Funding enables the origination, accepts assignment of and services installment loan contracts originated by its national network of automobile dealers. Dealers own their portfolios and share in the collections on the associated installment loan contracts.As a Helpdesk Support Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work with technology departments from various companies in the Hankey Investments Group to ensure reliable operation of our systems.Responsibilities:Process new user setup and termination requests in required systems.Respond to phone calls, emails and online tickets using company's ticketing system.Troubleshoot and correct basic problems with multiple applications (either home grown or through third party vendors)Communicate with third party vendors and providers.Maintain inventory system and keep a detailed log of assets for traceability.Occasional weekend and evening support, either on call or on site when needed.Be in charge of premises access, create, assign and disable identification badges.Review system logs and escalate errors.Essential Skills and KnowledgeMinimum of 2 years of experience in IT troubleshooting and support.Take initiative, be proactive and propose improvements to streamline existing processes.Strong organizational skills and ability to take ownership of issues.Basic PC hardware knowledge and computer device setup and troubleshooting.Advanced knowledge of Windows desktop OS version 7, 8 and 10.Advanced knowledge of Windows Server, Active Directory and user permissions (ACL).Knowledge of shared and network printers. Ability to troubleshoot, install and repair drivers.Advanced knowledge of networking, setup and troubleshooting.Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, especially Outlook.EducationBachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field.Certifications such as A+, Network+ are optional but preferred.RequirementsLocal candidates only.No remote work.The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.Full-time benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits; life insurance and long-term disability plans; flexible spending account; 401K matching; employee stock ownership program in a $18.2 billion company, plus company matching; wellness programs; metro tap card and metro-link reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only); career path opportunities; discounts on parks, museums, movie tickets, and attractions; employee loan assistance; annual flu shot; paid vacation days; paid sick days; paid holidays; hGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office); rental car discounts, Dell member purchase program; UKG wallet.We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.