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Help Desk Technician jobs are open across healthcare, finance, education, government, and managed service providers, from entry-level support roles to senior technician and team lead positions, with specializations in desktop support, network troubleshooting, and ITSM platforms. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Position Type:
Information Technology/IT Help Desk Technician
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Date Posted:
9/17/2026
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Location:
District Office
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Closing Date:
09/22/2026
Job Description: Technology Department Help Desk Technician
Under the direct supervision of the Network Operations Supervisor, the responsibility of the help desk technician is to ensure that incoming calls are answered, logged, and correct solutions provided to school district employees. The help desk technician performs functions such as: resetting passwords, troubleshooting end user computer problems and imaging computers remotely. Clear and concise communication skills are essential as well as a friendly demeanor. They must be able to work in groups as well as independently. They are assigned to the Technology Department network operations center where they provide day-to-day service, but may be given other assignments during periods of infrequent calls. The hours of this position may vary between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday-Friday.Responsibilities
- Excellent customer service and commitment to providing prompt support and assistance.
- Handle incoming phone calls, instant messages, emails, and walk-ins.
- Provide excellent customer service to Staff, Students, and Parents as they call in for technology related needs.
- Maintains strict confidentiality of student, employee, and district information and ensures appropriate handling of sensitive data, accounts, systems, and devices in accordance with district policies and applicable privacy requirements.
- Strategically assign work tickets to field technicians when needed.
- Be able to understand how to setup/image machines through the use of Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager Server, Intune, or similar systems.
- Ensures security is set on district devices and in compliance with security best practices as directed by the Information Security Officer. Assists with device investigations.
- Works with the Inventory Manager to help maintain and control technology assets in assigned sites through the asset management system; and assists with district technology audits as needed.
- Be able to understand and manage time by utilizing work order software.
- Be able to accurately diagnose problems through phone conversation.
- Be familiar with a K-12 education environment.
- Be able to understand and follow specific or technical directions as well as clearly communicate those directions across the phone.
- Works out in the field with technicians or at the warehouse when call volume is low.
- Performs other duties and related tasks as assigned.
- Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Formal Education and Certifications
- High School Diploma required
- Related college or technical school coursework.
- College Degree Preferred
- CompTIA A+ certification and/or CompTIA/related, helpful, industry standard certifications preferred.
Knowledge and Experience
- 1-3 years experience providing help desk services or similar type service preferred
- Experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, end user support both in person and remotely preferred
- Experience with desktop and mobile operating systems (e.g. Mac OS X, Windows, IOS, Android, Linux etc.)
- Ability to track individual progress and complete individual tasks assigned by a supervisor or self
- Must possess and maintain a Utah drivers license
- Must be team oriented
Personal Attributes
- Strong team oriented character
- Must maintain a positive service pattern
- Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must possess an ability to collaborate and communicate clearly and effectively with all employees
- Must maintain the ability to meet deadlines
- Must possess a high degree of analytical and troubleshooting abilities
- Must be able to work well and maintain composure under the pressures of a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Contract:
Full-time, 8 hrs per day, year-round employment
Benefit Eligible
FY27 Support Professional Salary Schedule; Starting: Rate 2, Level F $23.54-
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Who's Hiring
- Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services18

- General Dynamics Information Technology8

- Courser7

- Software Technology6

- Akima3

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software14
- Education5
- Manufacturing2
- Banking & Financial Services2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
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 Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services, General Dynamics Information Technology, and Courser, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 27% of help desk technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 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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