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Job Summary
Nexus IT Services is looking for an experienced Level 2 Help Desk Technician to join our team. We're looking for someone with strong troubleshooting skills, good customer service, and the ability to handle technical issues independently.
As a Managed Services Provider (MSP), we support businesses across a variety of industries and IT environments. You'll work with computers, servers, networking, Microsoft 365, and other business technologies.
This is a hands-on position that requires working from our office in Port Saint Lucie, with occasional visits to client locations. We're looking for someone who can manage their tickets, communicate professionally with customers, and work alongside our other technicians to resolve issues.
Responsibilities
- Answer incoming technical support calls and respond to customer emails.
- Troubleshoot Windows and macOS computers, software, and Microsoft 365 issues.
- Diagnose and resolve networking issues, including DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Support Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, and user account management.
- Troubleshoot basic Windows Server and Active Directory issues.
- Install, configure, and maintain computers, software, and networking equipment.
- Create, update, and manage support tickets using ConnectWise Manage.
- Document troubleshooting steps, resolutions, and work performed.
- Assist with employee onboarding, offboarding, and workstation deployments.
- Troubleshoot issues with antivirus, endpoint security, backups, and remote access tools.
- Assist with escalated tickets and provide guidance to other technicians when needed.
- Communicate with customers and follow up on open support requests.
- Assist with IT projects and occasional onsite support at client locations.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of professional IT support experience, preferably in an MSP environment.
- Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, and common business applications.
- Experience troubleshooting computer hardware, software, and network connectivity issues.
- Working knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and basic networking.
- Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and user management.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems, remote support software, and RMM tools.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently.
- Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
- Dependable, professional, and comfortable working directly with customers.
- Experience with ConnectWise, NinjaOne, SonicWall, or similar tools is a plus.
- Must have a valid Florida driver's license.
Work Environment
- Full time, onsite position at our Port Saint Lucie office.
- Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Occasional travel to client locations as needed.
- Work directly with our help desk team and senior engineers.
- Opportunities to gain experience with additional technologies and IT projects.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Job Summary
Nexus IT Services is looking for an experienced Level 2 Help Desk Technician to join our team. We're looking for someone with strong troubleshooting skills, good customer service, and the ability to handle technical issues independently.
As a Managed Services Provider (MSP), we support businesses across a variety of industries and IT environments. You'll work with computers, servers, networking, Microsoft 365, and other business technologies.
This is a hands-on position that requires working from our office in Port Saint Lucie, with occasional visits to client locations. We're looking for someone who can manage their tickets, communicate professionally with customers, and work alongside our other technicians to resolve issues.
Responsibilities
- Answer incoming technical support calls and respond to customer emails.
- Troubleshoot Windows and macOS computers, software, and Microsoft 365 issues.
- Diagnose and resolve networking issues, including DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Support Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Exchange Online, Teams, OneDrive, and user account management.
- Troubleshoot basic Windows Server and Active Directory issues.
- Install, configure, and maintain computers, software, and networking equipment.
- Create, update, and manage support tickets using ConnectWise Manage.
- Document troubleshooting steps, resolutions, and work performed.
- Assist with employee onboarding, offboarding, and workstation deployments.
- Troubleshoot issues with antivirus, endpoint security, backups, and remote access tools.
- Assist with escalated tickets and provide guidance to other technicians when needed.
- Communicate with customers and follow up on open support requests.
- Assist with IT projects and occasional onsite support at client locations.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of professional IT support experience, preferably in an MSP environment.
- Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, and common business applications.
- Experience troubleshooting computer hardware, software, and network connectivity issues.
- Working knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and basic networking.
- Experience with Microsoft 365 administration and user management.
- Familiarity with ticketing systems, remote support software, and RMM tools.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently.
- Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
- Dependable, professional, and comfortable working directly with customers.
- Experience with ConnectWise, NinjaOne, SonicWall, or similar tools is a plus.
- Must have a valid Florida driver's license.
Work Environment
- Full time, onsite position at our Port Saint Lucie office.
- Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Occasional travel to client locations as needed.
- Work directly with our help desk team and senior engineers.
- Opportunities to gain experience with additional technologies and IT projects.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in help desk technician jobs.
- CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent technical credential
- Experience with a ticketing system such as ServiceNow, Zendesk, or Jira
- Proficiency in Windows OS troubleshooting and Active Directory administration
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for end-user support
- Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology or a related field
- Familiarity with remote desktop tools and VPN troubleshooting
Tips for Your Help Desk Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to ticket volume
Help desk postings often screen for candidates who can handle high-volume environments. Quantify the average number of tickets you resolved per week or your first-call resolution rate instead of listing duties generically. Hiring managers notice specifics.
List certifications above your summary
CompTIA A+, Network+, and ITIL Foundation are gatekeeping credentials for many help desk roles. Place them in a dedicated certifications section near the top of your resume so recruiters and applicant tracking systems spot them before reading your work history.
Filter openings by ticketing system experience
Employers rarely train on their ITSM platform, so search specifically for roles that match the tools you already know, whether that's ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, Zendesk, or Freshdesk. A direct skills match cuts through screening faster than a generalist application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists help desk technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Help desk interviews almost always include live troubleshooting scenarios: a printer that won't connect, a user locked out of their account, a slow machine with no obvious cause. Walk through your diagnostic process out loud so interviewers can evaluate your methodology, not just your answer.
Negotiate shift flexibility alongside compensation
Many help desk roles involve rotating shifts, on-call coverage, or weekend rotations. Before accepting an offer, clarify the exact schedule, rotation frequency, and any on-call expectations. Shift structure affects work-life balance more directly here than in most office roles.
Help Desk Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most help desk technicians?
The companies hiring the most help desk technicians right now include General Dynamics Information Technology, Courser, and Software Technology, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, managed service providers, and large financial institutions tend to post the highest volumes of help desk openings year-round.
How many help desk technician jobs are remote?
About 30% of help desk technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully on-site roles remain common wherever hands-on hardware support is required. Software support, password resets, and application troubleshooting roles are the sub-areas most likely to be offered remotely or in a hybrid arrangement.
How do you become a help desk technician?
Start by earning a foundational IT certification such as CompTIA A+, which signals baseline hardware and software competency to employers. Build hands-on experience through a home lab, volunteer IT support, or an internship. Then apply to entry-level desktop support or IT support specialist roles and use each position to develop your troubleshooting process and customer communication skills.
Can you get a help desk technician job with no experience?
Yes, entry-level help desk roles are one of the most accessible points into IT careers and many employers hire candidates without professional experience if they hold a CompTIA A+ or similar certification. Demonstrating a home lab setup, contributing to open-source projects, or completing a community college IT program can substitute for formal work history when applying to first-time roles.
What does the help desk technician interview process look like?
Most help desk interviews include an initial phone or video screen focused on your technical background and availability, followed by a technical interview or practical assessment where you walk through a troubleshooting scenario step by step. Some employers add a final round with a team lead or IT manager to assess communication style and how you handle frustrated end-users under pressure.
Where can I find and apply to help desk technician jobs?
You can find and apply to help desk technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your skills and location preferences, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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