
Helpdesk Analyst
- Gatineau, QC
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Field incoming help requests from end-users via both telephone and e-mail in a courteous manner.
- Build rapport and elicit problem details from help desk customers.
- Identify, diagnose, and resolve level one problems for users of the software and hardware, LAN and WAN, VPN, the Internet, and new computer technology; communicate solutions to end-users.
- Respond to more complex issues (second line support) escalated by the first line support-using problem-solving skills and analysis to identify root causes of issues, determine course of action, and propose creative solutions.
- Escalate priority support issues to senior staff and/ or corporate technology groups
- Collect and document all relevant information prior to escalation to allow senior staff t operate efficiently
- Document, track, and monitor problems to ensure timely resolution.
- Assist in tracking helpdesk calls pertaining to application, networking, and systems problems and issues.
- Promote a high level of customer satisfaction through proper telephone techniques and respond with an elevated level of urgency to user problems to ensure that timely and cost-effective solutions are provided.
- Correct application issues, solve network and security problems and identify common PC software and hardware problems.
- Provide hardware support for end-user equipment, such as installing replacement hardware or upgrading hardware.
- Support Software/Hardware on equipment such as Scanners, Copiers, Printers, Monitors and other peripherals.
- Assign username, password and access permissions for multiple proprietary applications, and client software.
- A technical diploma and a minimum of 2-3 years' experience providing support in a similar environment.
- Hardware maintenance and repair
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Must be well organized and able to grasp system concepts and communicate their applications.
- Must be capable of quickly learning new systems and associated software applications for proficient execution of tasks.
- Ability to manage multiple demands with time related constraints in a fast-paced environment.
- Prioritize and schedule work as necessary to maintain department standards and service level agreements
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of internal employees, communicate technical information, create, and deliver presentations and information sessions to both technical and nontechnical personnel.
- Demonstrated experience in applying technical expertise and in-depth evaluation to solve complex problems in own area of expertise.
- Ability to create and maintain documentation and training materials, including KB articles, for technical staff and end-user audiences.
- Capable of organizing projects effectively to achieve the desired results.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Bilingual (English/French) is required.
- Work under minimal supervision.
- Make decisions and recommendations requiring analysis and interpretation within established procedures.
- Generally comfortable working conditions with lifting and onsite installations.
- Moderate visual concentration in use of video display terminal.
- Occasional overtime required.