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Get Access To All JobsJob Summary: Serve as the first contact point within the Service Desk offering level 0 and level 1 support to Sysco associates and internal customers via phone calls, live chat support and manage non-critical single user escalation requests.
Description of Responsibilities:
- Addresses and resolves reported non-major incidents and requests; logs all incidents and requests in ServiceNow. Reassigns tickets to other support groups where First Call Resolution is not possible.
- Creates a positive customer support experience and builds strong relationships through clear problem understanding, ensuring timely resolution or escalation and handling customers with a consummately professional attitude.
- Analyzes and resolves incidents and requests regarding use of application software or hardware.
- Responsible for case ownership through the engagement of other support staff (service resources) involved in resolution to ensure incidents are resolved, requests are filled, and customer communication is complete.
- Works shift patterns as assigned to support associates and internal customers 24x7x365.
- Documents all relative case information in ServiceNow to include troubleshooting steps, business/customer impact, and screenshots, if applicable.
- Meets and exceeds all defined performance metrics on a consistent basis which results in positive CSat and QA scorecards.
- Continuous growth in general knowledge of current corporate, division, and facility-specific products, increasing ability to resolve incidents and requests on first contact.
- Create or update knowledge articles to promote customer self-service and improve First Call Resolution of requests and incidents within the Service Desk.
- Available for after hours and on-call support as needed to maintain business continuity.
- Adheres to Code of Conduct and Mission and Value statements.
- Successfully completes required Corporate and Service Desk training objectives.
- Can work remotely or within an office environment and maintain productivity without supervision.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 1 years of experience in Service Desk or similar environment.
- Experience with ServiceNow ITSM usage and workflows.
- Exceptional customer support and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication (with a focus on listening); Superior telephone etiquette.
- Bilingual – English and French/Spanish/Swedish a plus.
- Requires strong interpersonal skills including initiative, problem analysis, attention to detail and sound judgment when making decisions.
- Able to multi-task and open to assigned flexible hours and on-call rotation.
- Aptitude to resolve technical issues and conduct system checks to ensure First Call Resolution.
- Ability to communicate resolutions using business terminology.
- Requires basic working knowledge of all hardware/software concepts, including all supported Microsoft and network management tools.
- Professionalism and inclusiveness within a team environment while working with all levels.
- Ability to perform basic troubleshooting to identify root cause and resolve the issue or reassign the ticket as needed.
Educational requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Basic knowledge of IT technologies, cloud architecture and supporting tools.
- IT Service Management (ITSMv3) or ITIL Certification a plus but not required.
- Comptia Certifications a plus but not required.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office365 tools.
Job Summary: Serve as the first contact point within the Service Desk offering level 0 and level 1 support to Sysco associates and internal customers via phone calls, live chat support and manage non-critical single user escalation requests.
Description of Responsibilities:
- Addresses and resolves reported non-major incidents and requests; logs all incidents and requests in ServiceNow. Reassigns tickets to other support groups where First Call Resolution is not possible.
- Creates a positive customer support experience and builds strong relationships through clear problem understanding, ensuring timely resolution or escalation and handling customers with a consummately professional attitude.
- Analyzes and resolves incidents and requests regarding use of application software or hardware.
- Responsible for case ownership through the engagement of other support staff (service resources) involved in resolution to ensure incidents are resolved, requests are filled, and customer communication is complete.
- Works shift patterns as assigned to support associates and internal customers 24x7x365.
- Documents all relative case information in ServiceNow to include troubleshooting steps, business/customer impact, and screenshots, if applicable.
- Meets and exceeds all defined performance metrics on a consistent basis which results in positive CSat and QA scorecards.
- Continuous growth in general knowledge of current corporate, division, and facility-specific products, increasing ability to resolve incidents and requests on first contact.
- Create or update knowledge articles to promote customer self-service and improve First Call Resolution of requests and incidents within the Service Desk.
- Available for after hours and on-call support as needed to maintain business continuity.
- Adheres to Code of Conduct and Mission and Value statements.
- Successfully completes required Corporate and Service Desk training objectives.
- Can work remotely or within an office environment and maintain productivity without supervision.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 1 years of experience in Service Desk or similar environment.
- Experience with ServiceNow ITSM usage and workflows.
- Exceptional customer support and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication (with a focus on listening); Superior telephone etiquette.
- Bilingual – English and French/Spanish/Swedish a plus.
- Requires strong interpersonal skills including initiative, problem analysis, attention to detail and sound judgment when making decisions.
- Able to multi-task and open to assigned flexible hours and on-call rotation.
- Aptitude to resolve technical issues and conduct system checks to ensure First Call Resolution.
- Ability to communicate resolutions using business terminology.
- Requires basic working knowledge of all hardware/software concepts, including all supported Microsoft and network management tools.
- Professionalism and inclusiveness within a team environment while working with all levels.
- Ability to perform basic troubleshooting to identify root cause and resolve the issue or reassign the ticket as needed.
Educational requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Basic knowledge of IT technologies, cloud architecture and supporting tools.
- IT Service Management (ITSMv3) or ITIL Certification a plus but not required.
- Comptia Certifications a plus but not required.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office365 tools.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Service Desk Analyst
Align your degree to the role
Service desk analysts face H-1B specialty occupation scrutiny more than most IT roles. A degree in computer science, information systems, or MIS strengthens your petition. A business or unrelated degree may require supporting documentation to establish the degree-job nexus.
Check TN eligibility before applying
Canadian and Mexican nationals can qualify under the TN visa as computer systems analysts without entering the H-1B lottery. Confirm your job description explicitly references systems analysis duties, not just ticket routing, since USMCA profession definitions are narrow.
Search verified sponsor employers on Migrate Mate
Find companies that have already filed Labor Condition Applications for service desk or IT support roles by searching Migrate Mate. Targeting employers with verified LCA sponsorship history cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that don't sponsor.
Request a written specialty occupation statement
Before your employer files, ask HR to document why your service desk analyst role requires a specific bachelor's degree. USCIS scrutinizes IT support roles heavily, and a detailed position description with degree requirements reduces the chance of a Request for Evidence.
Benchmark your offer against OFLC Wage Search
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing wage for your location and role. Pull the Level I through Level IV wage data from OFLC Wage Search for your metropolitan area before negotiating, so you know the floor USCIS will verify.
Use your OPT period to build a sponsorship track record
If you're on F-1 OPT, use that window to demonstrate ITSM platform proficiency and earn certifications like CompTIA A+ or ITIL. Employers filing H-1B petitions for service desk roles find specialty occupation arguments easier when candidates have documented technical depth beyond call handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a service desk analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS requires that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Generic help desk positions often fail this test, but service desk analyst roles scoped around systems administration, ITSM tooling, or infrastructure support with an explicit degree requirement are more likely to qualify. The employer's job description carries significant weight in the adjudication.
What visa options exist for service desk analysts who aren't eligible for the H-1B lottery?
Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue the TN visa as computer systems analysts without lottery exposure. Australian nationals may qualify for the E-3 visa, which has a separate annual cap that has never been exhausted. Both require a specialty occupation framing, so the job description must reflect systems analysis responsibilities rather than general IT support duties.
Do employers commonly sponsor service desk analyst roles?
Sponsorship is less common for entry-level help desk roles than for software engineering or cloud infrastructure positions, but mid-level and senior service desk analysts with ITSM platform expertise do get sponsored. Managed service providers, healthcare systems, and large financial institutions are among the employer types that file LCAs for these roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history so you can target your search.
What degree does a service desk analyst need for visa sponsorship?
USCIS looks for a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, or a closely related technical field. A general business or liberal arts degree typically won't satisfy the specialty occupation requirement on its own. If your degree is adjacent, your employer may need to demonstrate through the job description that only someone with that specific field of study could perform the role.
Can I sponsor myself for a green card as a service desk analyst?
Self-petition isn't available for service desk roles. Green card sponsorship for this occupation typically goes through the EB-3 skilled worker category, which requires your employer to complete PERM labor certification with DOL first. PERM requires the employer to test the U.S. labor market and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Processing timelines for PERM and subsequent EB-3 steps vary, and country of birth affects how long priority date backlogs may delay final approval.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Service Desk Analyst jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.