Avanciers is seeking a highly skilled Desktop Support to join our team for an exciting contract role with one of our esteemed Fortune 500 clients, based in Canada. This is a onsite role. Position: Desktop Support Location: Toronto, ON - Onsite Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Desktop Support Engineer to provide technical support, troubleshoot hardware/software issues, and ensure smooth IT operations for end users. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, excellent customer service, and hands-on experience with Windows environments, hardware configuration, and IT support tools. Key Responsibilities Provide Level 1/Level 2 technical support for desktops, laptops, printers, and mobile devices. Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows OS , Microsoft Office/O365, VPN, and other business applications. Support hardware components including RAM, HDD/SSD, network adapters, monitors, and peripherals. Diagnose and resolve issues related to network connectivity , user accounts, profiles, and system permissions. Perform system upgrades, patch installations, and routine maintenance activities. Assist in onboarding/offboarding activities: device setup, user account creation, access provisioning. Manage and resolve service requests and incidents using ITSM tools (ServiceNow, Jira, Remedy, or similar). Ensure compliance with organizational IT security policies and data protection standards. Maintain asset inventory, documentation, troubleshooting steps, and knowledge base articles. Coordinate with infrastructure, network, and security teams for escalations and cross-team issues. Required Skills & Qualifications 14 years of experience in Desktop Support / IT Support / Technical Support roles. Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11 , Active Directory, O365 administration, and standard desktop applications. Experience with installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of hardware and software. Familiarity with networking basics (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi). Hands-on experience with remote support tools (TeamViewer, AnyDesk, SCCM, RDP, etc.). Excellent communication, customer service, and ticket-handling skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under minimal supervision. Preferred Qualifications Certifications such as CompTIA A+, ITIL Foundation, Microsoft MCP/MCSA/Modern Desktop , or equivalent. Experience with IT asset management tools and enterprise IT service desks. Basic knowledge of scripting or automation (PowerShell, Batch) is a plus.
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Desktop Support Specialist