Desktop Support Technician – New York

Desktop Support Technician needed to join the growing technology team of a successful Real Estate Investment company with over 24 billion of assets under management. The Desktop Support Technician will provide technical assistance to 170+ employees located in 5 offices. This role helps install, upgrade and troubleshoot hardware and software systems for end users. To be successful in this role, you should have excellent problem-solving skills, be able to communicate effectively with people of all technical levels and be patient and customer oriented.

Daily Responsibilities include:

  • Work as a member of a team to ensure rapid response and resolution to end user technology issues.
  • Ensure software is updated on all devices (workstations, laptops, tablets, mobile devices).
  • Provide technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware.
  • Log all customer problem calls (Instant Messages, e-mails, phone calls, shoulder taps), and update status information into the Help Desk ticketing system (FreshService).
  • Use various deployment tools to ensure workstations and applications are deployed in a standardized manner.
  • Install, upgrade, replace and troubleshoot workstation and mobile hardware and software systems.
  • Respond in a timely manner to queries either in person, over the phone, or via chat/email.
  • Maintain daily performance of computer systems.
  • Walk end users through problem-solving processes.
  • Follow up with end users to ensure their issues have been resolved.
  • Install computer peripherals for end users.
  • Assist in Conference Room A/V setup and meeting support.
  • Assist with workstation relocations when needed.

Qualified Desktop Support Analysts will have:

  • Experience with supporting Intune or other MDM systems.
  • Experience working with Help Desk ticketing systems.
  • BS or BA degree in computer science, business administration, or a related field is desired.
  • CompTIA Network+ and/or Microsoft (MCDST) certification is a plus.
  • Ability to troubleshoot problems, eliminate variables, and get to root cause of issues.
  • At least 3 years of experience working with Microsoft desktop products in a corporate environment.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Certified as a Microsoft MCP and as a CompTIA A+ Service Technician, or able to complete
  • certification within one year.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with people of all technical levels, and strong customer service skills.

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Nicole Gee

Talent Aquisition/Marketing Intern ​

Nicole Gee is a senior at Loyola Marymount University from San Francisco, California pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Leadership and Business Law. Throughout her college career, she has held several internships ranging from tax to artificial intelligence, allowing her to further apply her knowledge. She is excited to help candidates find jobs that fit them best and learn how to be a successful recruiter. Nicole hopes to creatively strengthen the marketing strategies at Rufca Recruiting Services! 

Aside from her education and career, Nicole is involved in various extracurricular activities including volunteering with animals, avid travelling, photography, as well as recreational volleyball and being a SoulCycle regular!