Platinum Technologies

Help Desk Specialist

Platinum Technologies

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: GloucesterMassachusettsUnited States

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Salary

💰 $65,000 - $90,000 per year

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Provide IT hardware and software setup, configuration, and support for GARFO staff and affiliated tenants.
  • Deliver timely and courteous support to local and remote users across the GARFO organization.
  • Troubleshoot issues affecting desktop systems, mobile devices, printers, peripherals, and enterprise applications.
  • Support Windows-based desktop environments and enterprise productivity platforms.
  • Provide database connection support for NOAA affiliates, including science centers and fisheries management councils.
  • Assist the GARFO fishing community with issues related to web applications and mobile application access.
  • Support collaboration tools, webinar platforms, and multimedia equipment used by GARFO staff.
  • Provide backup support for mail administration and Google Sites administration functions.
  • Install and configure Oracle SQL Developer and related data connection tools.
  • Assist with Oracle password changes and database connectivity troubleshooting.
  • Develop and maintain clear and concise technical documentation for help desk procedures and troubleshooting guides.
  • Create training materials, video tutorials, and training sessions to support end users and staff.
  • Maintain accurate equipment inventory and hand receipt documentation for all IT assets.
  • Track and document equipment transactions and inventory updates.
  • Prepare and ship IT equipment and coordinate receipt of incoming equipment.
  • Ensure property documentation accompanies equipment transfers.
  • Travel to GARFO field locations when necessary to provide onsite IT support.
  • Maintain Defensive Driver Training certification to operate Government vehicles when supporting field offices.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2–5 years of IT help desk or desktop support experience
  • Experience supporting Windows enterprise environments
  • Familiarity with Active Directory account administration
  • Experience with ticketing systems (JIRA Service Management or similar)
  • Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills
  • Ability to document technical procedures and support materials
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Commerce badge / low-risk background check
  • Experience supporting NOAA, Department of Commerce, or other Federal agencies
  • CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification
  • Experience with remote support tools and endpoint management
  • Familiarity with database connectivity tools (Oracle SQL Developer)
  • Experience supporting collaboration platforms and multimedia equipment
Benefits
  • Public Trust / DOC Badge eligibility required
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
IT hardware setupIT software setupdesktop supporttroubleshootingWindows environmentsdatabase connectivityOracle SQL Developertechnical documentationremote support toolsendpoint management
Soft Skills
customer servicetroubleshooting skillsdocumentation skillstraining developmentcourteous supportorganizational skillscommunication skillsattention to detailproblem-solvingteam collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Information TechnologyBachelor's degree in Computer ScienceCompTIA A+CompTIA Network+CompTIA Security+