IT Support Technician
Position Description
Be part of building one of the largest independent technology and business services firms in the world. As digital transformation continues to accelerate, CGI is at the center of this change-supporting our clients' digital journeys and offering our professionals exciting career opportunities. Join our team of professionals in our Lebanon, Virginia office where you will be part of the team that ensures that CGI members and clients across the US have the technology they need to complete their work. In this role, you will be supporting internal end users and external clients on a day-to-day basis by troubleshooting incoming support contacts through phone & email, imaging and deploying workstations, as well as tracking and managing hardware assets. The candidate is expected to participate in continuous process improvement as well as use their experience to enhance CGI's ability to offer exceptional customer support.
This role must be located in Lebanon, VA.
Your future duties and responsibilities
• The primary role is supporting incoming phone calls in a typical Help Desk environment. candidates will be taking incoming phone calls from internal and external customers during an 8 hour shift.
• Track, support, and monitor IT support requests to full resolution in a timely manner
• Act as the first line of support for end users by taking incoming phone calls, emails and chat
• The candidate will be responsible for resolving any issues with end user equipment and systems, which may involve dealing with vendors, end-users, other CGI support groups, and corporate management
• The position will require a pro-active approach including recommendations for improvements where necessary and reasonable
• The position will require tasks related to the deployment of end-user computing devices, which may include imaging workstations and end-user configuration. This will require the administrative functions of: scheduling, ticketing, shipping and receiving, tracking and reporting, and problem resolution
• Manage the physical inventory, which includes mobility devices, desktop and laptop computers, peripherals and other hardware, as approved by management
• Full documentation of physical inventory and support procedures is an expected responsibility of the position.
• Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Excel
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in an IT support role or help desk environment
• Knowledge of desktop operating systems, various software applications, hardware, networking and, internet technologies
• Exceptional attention to detail is required
• Pro-active/self-starter - must be able to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience documenting technical information into a knowledgebase and/or process documentation
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written with customers, team members, and management
• Must be dedicated to the role: punctual, self-confident and completely dependable
• Fast learner with a passion for technology
• Must be able to successfully complete a government background investigation
• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, standing and walking
• Occasional physical demands may include stooping, bending, crawling under/around objects, reaching, lifting and pushing objects of varying weights up to 40 pounds
Skill Set - Years of Experience - Proficiency Level
Customer Service - 3+ years - Proficient
Microsoft Excel - 3+ years - Proficient
IT Service Management tool (i.e Remedy, ServiceNow, Cherwell) - 3+ years - Proficient
Microsoft Outlook - 3+ years - Proficient
Asset and Configuration Management - 3+ years - Proficient
Windows OS (7/10) - 3+ years - Proficient
Macintosh - 3+ years - Proficient
SCCM - 3+ years - Proficient
Image Management - 3+ years - Proficient
End-User Device Management - 3+ years - Proficient
Endpoint Security - 3+ years - Proficient
Minimum Education Required: Associates Degree
Undergraduate degree in IT desired or comparable experience
Hands-on technical training in IT and Management disciplines
If 'other': High school or GED will be considered if the member has technical training and/or equivalent work experience
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR COMMENTS
• Work collaboratively across multiple teams to accomplish the goals of the business
• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, standing and walking
• Frequent physical demands may include stooping, bending, crawling under/around objects, reaching, lifting and pushing objects of varying weights up to 40 pounds
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set level, experience and training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $27,000 - $49,500.
At CGI we call our professionals "members" to reinforce that all who join our team are, as owners, empowered to participate in the challenges and rewards that come from building a world-class company. CGI's benefits include:
• Competitive base salaries
• Eligibility to participate in an attractive Share Purchase Plan (SPP) in which the company matches dollar-for-dollar contributions made by eligible employees, up to a maximum, for their job category
• 401(k) Plan and Profit Participation for eligible members
• Generous holidays, vacation, and sick leave plans
• Comprehensive insurance plans that include, among other benefits, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, out-of-county emergency coverage in all countries of employment;
• Back-up child care, Pet insurance, a Member Assistance Program, a 529 college savings program, a personal financial management tool, lifestyle management programs and more
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While technology is at the heart of our clients' digital transformation, we understand that people are at the heart of business success.
When you join CGI, you become a trusted advisor, collaborating with colleagues and clients to bring forward actionable insights that deliver meaningful and sustainable outcomes. We call our employees "members" because they are CGI shareholders and owners and owners who enjoy working and growing together to build a company we are proud of. This has been our Dream since 1976, and it has brought us to where we are today - one of the world's largest independent providers of IT and business consulting services.
At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist.
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