Help Desk Technician Jobs in Jackson, MS

A Help Desk Technician is a vital part of the technology industry. They are responsible for providing technical support and assistance to users experiencing issues with hardware, software, and network systems. Their role involves troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving technical problems, often via remote access. They might also install, configure, and maintain software and hardware, and train users on new technologies. The technician will typically document incidents and solutions, often working within a ticketing system. They may work as a part of an IT team or independently in a smaller organization.

Important skills for a Help Desk Technician include strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, thorough knowledge of computer systems, networks, and both common and proprietary software. Relevant certifications like CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ can greatly enhance job prospects. Some roles a person may hold before becoming a Help Desk Technician include: IT Support Specialist, Computer Technician, or Network Administrator. These roles provide valuable experience in troubleshooting, customer service, and technical knowledge that can be beneficial for a Help Desk Technician role.

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Advanced Technical Support Specialist

  • Jackson, MS
  • 11 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 11 hours ago

The Advanced Technical Support Specialist is responsible for providing world-class support experiences to our enterprise customers. This role requires the individual to be trustworthy,...

Senior Endpoint and Virtual Desktop Engineer

  • Jackson, MS
  • 11 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 11 hours ago

The Senior Endpoint and Virtual Desktop Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the deployment, configuration, and management of endpoint devices using Microsoft Intune. This role includes...

End User Support Specialist

  • Ridgeland, MS (9 miles from Jackson, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ridgeland, MS (9 miles from Jackson, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Overview The End User Support Specialist will serve as the IT Department frontline support for all systems by responding to Help Desk requests and providing timely solutions. Provide on-site and...

Corporate Treasury Services Support Specialist I/I

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago

Corporate Treasury Services Support Specialist I/II/IIILocationUS-MS-Jackson | US-TX-Houston | US-TN-Memphis | US-FL-Panhandle | US-AL-BirminghamJob ID2025-18367 CategoryCash Management...

IT Support Analyst

  • Jackson, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 5 days ago

Responsible for the support and maintenance of client hardware, operating systems, and applications....

CSC Help Desk Analyst Intermediate

  • Ridgeland, MS (9 miles from Jackson, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS (9 miles from Jackson, MS)
  • 6 days ago

Are you looking for a great team environment? Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company is currently seeking a CSC Help Desk Analyst, Intermediate. Southern Farm Bureau is a great company...

Corporate Treasury Services Support Specialist I/II/III

  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago

Overview The purpose of this job is to implement Trustmarks Corporate Treasury Services, train customers, provide support for Corporate Treasury Service products, and answer customers and internal...

IS PC Technician 2

  • Jackson, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 9 days ago

Special Skills: Experience supporting MS operating systems, web-based applications, and remote users....

Contingent Workforce Support Specialist

  • Jackson, MS
  • 20 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 20 days ago

Job ID Number R5034 Employment Type Full time Worksite Flexibility Remote Job Summary We are looking for a motivated Contingent Workforce Support Specialist ready to take us to the next level! If...

Field Support Specialist-DIS

  • Jackson, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Hello, Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:...

Senior Support Engineer II

  • Jackson, MS
  • 27 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 27 days ago

EDB Senior Support Engineer II in Jackson , Mississippi A Little About Us EDB provides a data and AI platform that enables organizations to harness the full power of Postgres for transactional,...

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Service Desk Technician - Bilingual Spanish/English (TIER 1)

  • Jackson, MS
  • 28 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 28 days ago

Provides support for Microsoft Operating Systems (Windows7, Windows 10). Provides support for Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office365)....

IT Support Tech

  • Ridgeland, MS (9 miles from Jackson, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS (9 miles from Jackson, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

IT Support Tech Job Details Job Location BBG Corporate - Ridgeland, MS Position Type Full Time Job Category Information Technology Description Job Summary: The IT Support Tech will assist the IT...

Part Time It Desktop Support Onsite In Crystal Springs, MS

  • Crystal Springs, MS (24 miles from Jackson, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Crystal Springs, MS (24 miles from Jackson, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

PART TIME IT DESKTOP SUPPORT - ONSITE IN CRYSTAL SPRINGS, MS Crystal Springs, MISSISSIPPI JOB REFERENCE ID: 25-02940 JOB TYPE: Contract LOCATION: Crystal Springs, MISSISSIPPI PAY RATE: $17.0 -...

Analyst II, Technical Support

  • Jackson, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 60+ days ago

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,...

Demographic Data for Jackson, MS

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Help Desk Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Help Desk - Technician
To assist an individual seeking employment as a Help Desk technician, this program and associated workbook aims to provide an overview of the typical knowledge and skills required, without...
Help Desk Essentials
This three day QA authored course is designed primarily for those who are starting out in the IT support career. Working on a help desk or service desk, this course will provide a strong...
IT Help Desk for Beginners
Are you looking to enter and pursue a career in the IT Help Desk industry? Are you searching for a resource that can assist you with learning the basics of what IT Help Desk technicians should...

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Salary for Help Desk Technician Jobs in Jackson, MS

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Technicians in Jackson, MS offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
Master's Degree
23.0%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
High School or GED
6.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Help Desk Technicians in Jackson, MS
2-4 years
36.5%
Less than 1 year
25.1%
1-2 years
23.2%
4-6 years
10.7%
None
3.2%
6-8 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.6%



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