Help Desk Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Help Desk Specialist

  • Gettysburg, PA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Gettysburg, PA
  • 13 hours ago

Join the ACNB Bank Team as a Help Desk Specialist! Do you have experience in helping troubleshoot computer system irregularities? Take your IT experience to the next level! ACNB Bank, in historic...

Entry level Help Desk Analyst

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

Requirements: 1 years of experience in IT Service Desk or Call Center support roles. Proficiency in Windows 7 and Office 365 troubleshooting in a networked setup. Experience with Active Directory...

Overnight IT Service Desk Support

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

at Unisys in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Job Description We Believe in Better! We are a global information technology company that builds high-performance, security-centric solutions...

IT Service Desk Support

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

at Unisys in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Job Description We Believe in Better! We are a global information technology company that builds high-performance, security-centric solutions...

Desktop Support Technician

  • Blawnox, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Blawnox, PA
  • 1 day ago

systems, office productivity suites, antivirus, browsers, etc....

Desktop Support Technician

  • Butler, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Butler, PA
  • 1 day ago

85dB) x Mechanical Hazards x Use of Vibrating Tools x Operates Vehicle (company) x Operates Heavy Equipment x Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices x Rotates All Shifts x x 8 Hours Shifts x x 10-12...

Technical Specialist Help Desk (Full Time Remote)

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Description:We are committed to work life balance by promoting this REMOTE telework option. These job requirements allow the employee to work their entire schedule somewhere other than a Lockheed...

Remote Work

Information Technology Technician(Service Desk)

  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilkes Barre, PA
  • 1 day ago

Maintains anti-malware and intrusion detection systems. Installs, configures and manages end-user workstations, thin clients, laptops, and mobile devices. Posts updates to County websites....

Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Information Systems)

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Facilitates operating system updates, upgrades, and virus protection....

FirstEnergy at a Glance** We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our...

Senior Help Desk Associate

  • Plymouth Meeting, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA
  • 1 day ago

Job Details: Senior Help Desk Associate I am seeking a highly motivated and experienced Help Desk Specialist to join a dynamic team and be the go-to resource, including providing crucial support...

Desktop Support Technician - York - Full-Time - Day

  • York, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 2 days ago

213068 Desktop Support Technician - York - Full-Time - Day Location: WellSpan Health, York, PA Schedule: Full Time General Summary Completes software/hardware installs, upgrades, ad-hoc project...

Mainframe Technical Support Engineer - Storage Management

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

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IT Support Engineer

  • Warrington, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Warrington, PA
  • 2 days ago

Resolve common IT issues, including but not limited to, network connectivity, email, software applications, hardware malfunctions, and operating system problems....

IT Service Desk Analyst I

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Solid technical knowledge of enterprise level computing, mobile devices, supported Microsoft operating systems, business software and office productivity tools Troubleshooting experience on Microsoft...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Help Desk Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Highest Education Level

Help Desk Technicians in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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