Deskside Support (Northampton)

We are a $13+ billion global technology company, home to more than 224,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud, and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products.

HCLTech is a globally recognized leader in the Tech and IT industry, but we’ve never forgotten the startup mindset that got us here. We’ve always approached our work with an idea-first attitude because every one of our accomplishments —no matter how big or small —can be traced back to an idea’s single spark.

It’s that spark —that inner drive —that sets our people apart from our competitors. It enables us not just to pull off game-changing feat after game-changing feat but to better our world in the process. We want you to find your spark. Because that’s what drives you to be better, be more and ultimately, be more fulfilled.

Role definition

This role will be to provide overall hardware/software support to employees and incoming new hires. The position will assist in providing weekly reports, inventory management, and other administrative tasks as needed.

The successful candidate must be capable of providing optimum customer service to a wide variety of users through professional commitment and dedication. This candidate must also be able to adapt to change and learn quickly in a highly dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:-

• Adhering to SLAs.
• ITIL Processes awareness and adhering to ITIL process workflow.
• Reporting to the HCL Track Lead / Team Lead.
• Handling tickets/requests to troubleshoot the nature of reported problems and taking necessary steps to resolve those problems Troubleshooting technical issues
• Ensuring that the IT processes are adhered to
• Building and configuring PCs and laptops as well as loading software, Setup applications like outlook, Wi-Fi, VPN and Backup Setup and troubleshooting printer/faxes/copiers/RF guns or phone equipment in offices.
• Tracking work tickets on ITIL based ticketing system like Service Now.
• Troubleshooting network connectivity issues and diagnosing and solving hardware/software issues.
• Performs repairs on computers, laptops, printers and any other authorized peripheral equipment
• Coordinates with IT vendors and ensures the site is up an running.
• Drives critical issues at site with larger HCL team ensuring timely resolution with least downtime at site.
• Improves and maintains customer and employee satisfaction
• Performing asset inventory activities as needed
• Create documentation for processes and procedures of day-to-day work. Creating KB articles.
• Break-fix, troubleshoot and resolve software issues; Reimaging computers/hard drives/etc.
• Providing frontline customer Support, including hardware and software troubleshooting and diagnosis.

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Minimum 7yrs hands on dedicated experience as deskside/Onsite support/local IT engineer
• Strong Microsoft Operating System installation (Win10 / MAC OS X) and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong Experience in Providing Hands & feet Support for Network and Datacentre Equipment/Devices Strong knowledge on Mac OS, and building of Mac machines, and pushing applications via Mac servers
• Strong experience in troubleshooting MS office, O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc).
• Strong desktop support knowledge including hardware, software, and networking concepts
• Strong skills in hardware level concepts on Desktops, laptops, Notebooks, Printers and Handhelds.
• Good knowledge of iOS, Android OS, rugged devices (tablets and iPads).
• Knowledge of windows Image build process and SCCM deployments
• Good knowledge in handling RF scanners, industry level label printers (Zebra, etc)
• Good hand on knowledge on OT technology such as PLCs, manufacturing plant IT, etc
• Experience in handling managed print services , corporate / network printers.
• Good understanding of Audio/Video equipment and conference room setup.
• Understanding of user account creation for Active Directory, Exchange Mailboxes, Distribution lists.
• Remote desktop connectivity applications like SMS, Bomgar, WebEx, Live Meeting, and Windows Native tools tool.
• Troubleshoot and assist end users with mobile device setup, activations and performance issues, Handheld –Android & IOS support knowledge.
• Strong Customer service skills
• Excellent communication and conversation skills (Verbal and Written) and good documentation skills.
• Able to handle unforeseen situations.
• High level of acceptance
• Knowledge on ITIL Ticketing tools such as ServiceNow, BMC remedy etc, and ITIL concepts such as change process, problem, incidents, and requests tickets.

Additional Responsibility

• Might need to travel to other sites based on demand and requirements.
• On-call requirement for P1/Urgent issues outside regular support hours (local business hours).
• Handle operations and customer requirements as per process and agreed SOW.
• Possible rotational shifts.

Benefits

• A supportive, diverse and global team with a brilliant culture.
• Great opportunities to make the role your own, upskill yourself and get involved with exciting projects.
• Total Wellbeing is our focus. Alongside your professional excellence, you join the likeminded colleagues to create a larger impact within the company and society at large in your chosen area of passion - CSR Council, Diversity Council, Women Connect, Sparks – Engagement Champion to name a few.
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