We at Coforge are looking for Deskside Engineer in Histon, UK
Role: Deskside Engineer
Location: Histon, UK (Fully onsite)
Type: Permanent
Role Description:
Person will be responsible to visit customer location in order to fix the computer systems and networks of the organisation. He will install and configure computer systems, diagnose hardware/software faults and solve technical problems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot XP, Windows 7/10 and Microsoft Office 2007/2010/2016 and any other authorised desktop applications
* Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot for printers, computer hardware and any other authorised peripheral equipment
* Dealing with hardware and application support queries and issues reported to the support desk and escalated to the Desktop Support Administrator
* Provide user data and application recovery
* Email account administration, i.e., account creation and management and distribution lists
* User account administration, i.e., account creation and management and password resets on Active Directory
* Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems associated with network connectivity, and workstation hardware/software
* Use tools and methodologies to load, copy and customize operating system configurations for deployment
* Performs general preventative maintenance tasks on computers, laptops, printers and any other authorised peripheral equipment
* Performs remedial repairs on computers, laptops, printers and any other authorised peripheral equipment
* Customize desktop hardware to meet user specifications and site standard.
Technical expertise areas:
* Highly skilled in providing effective technical support in hardware and software issues including diagnosis and troubleshooting.
* Experience in troubleshooting Windows 7 – 10 and mobile devices (iOS / Android)
* In-depth knowledge of performing hardware and software support for desktop and end client computing.
* Proven record of performing hardware repairs on customer equipment such as servers, desktops, notebooks, tablets, and printers.
* Demonstrated ability to perform software upgrades and configuration enhancements.
* Actively works in a ticketing system
* LAN/WAN protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP
* Microsoft Office 365 support and MS Intune knowledge
* Microsoft certification and ITIL preferred.
Attributes:
* Work part of shift pattern Mon-Fri.
* Work unsociable hours as required.
* Must be open to 24X7X365 work schedule