IT Help Desk - Level I Support Analyst

Welcome to Simnet Inc., a dynamic and rapidly growing technology company that is revolutionizing the way businesses operate. We are currently seeking talented individuals to join our team and help us continue our mission of creating innovative solutions that make a real difference in our client’s lives.

As the L1 Support, you are the first point of contact for many clients and we are looking for a friendly technician that is passionate about helping others. If you have superb troubleshooting skills and want to be hands on with the newest technology, then Simnet may be a great fit for you. We are hiring for a 3 month contract to work on-site with our client to complete a large project.

Responsibilities:

1. Be hands on with numerous applications. No two clients are alike and so there is no end to the variety of things you will work on each day.
2. Be the first point of contact for our clients – closing or escalating tickets in a timely manner.
3. Be a documentation wizard! Leaving detailed notes on requirements and solutions.
4. Support and deploy software using distribution tools and processes as requested by end users.
5. Build rapport and elicit problem details from service desk customers.
6. Prioritize incidents and service requests according to defined processes to meet defined SLAs.
7. Use remote tools and diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting.
8. Research solutions through internal and external knowledgebase as needed.
9. Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level when remote tools are not appropriate, including hardware repairs, delivery of peripherals, or other fixes as determined.
10. Install antivirus software and ensure virus definitions are up to date.
11. Perform preventative maintenance, including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals.
12. Test fixes to ensure an incident has been adequately resolved.
13. Contribute to the technician knowledgebase. Seriously, share that knowledge with all!
14. Provide suggestions for continual improvement. We always want to hear how it can be done better.

Benefits

• Extended health and dental care : We provide extended health and dental care benefits, helping employees save money on medical expenses and promote good health practices.
• Group RRSP matching program : Simnet offers a group RRSP matching program, helping employees plan for their financial future.
• Health spending account : Access to a health spending account to choose how you spend your health care dollars and it can help cover expenses not covered by traditional health benefits.
• Continuing education opportunities : We offer opportunities for professional development, such as training programs or tuition reimbursement, we encourage employees to grow their skills and advance their careers.
• Work-from-home options : Flexibility of being able to work from home, especially during times when commuting or in-person interactions may not be ideal.
• On-site parking : On-site parking provided, helping to reduce stress and save time!
• Casual dress code : Ditching the stuffy business attire. Employees can wear comfortable clothing creating a more relaxed and enjoyable work environment.
• Free snacks and drinks : Who doesn't love free food and drinks? We provide an array of snacks and beverages to keep you energized and motivated throughout the day.
• Company events and outings : We have multiple company-sponsored events throughout the year, such as holiday parties or team-building activities!

If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for leading and managing operations, and possess the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity and consider joining us at Simnet Inc.

We believe providing excellent service and creating happy customers is the way to create a valuable, enduring company that people love.

Let's work together to build a better future!