Deskside Support Technician

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HCLTech is a global tech company with 225,000+ HCLTechies across 60 countries, offering digital, engineering, and cloud solutions. Serving major industries like Financial Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Telecom, and more, its 12-month revenue ending September 2024 was $13 billion.

HCLTech France: +500 HCLTechies. Offices: Paris, Lyon, Toulouse and Blagnac.

We are seeking for an Deskside Specialist to join our team at a client’s facility in Aussonne , France.

Role Defination

This position assists customers, end users at onsite or remote locations and operating staff with technical support of desktop computers, applications, and related technology. Interaction with multiple levels of end users, managers, VIPs and local technical staff is required. Activities require interaction with application software and operating systems to diagnose and resolve unique, non-recurring problems. A good understanding of general IT services is required. “Smart Hands” services and cooperation with subject matter experts to provide support of Networking Equipment, Servers, Telecoms and other IT related equipment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Taking end to end ownership of assigned end user Incidents and Requests, while categorizing, tracking, prioritizing and providing up-to-date status and information to them while utilizing ITSM ticketing tools such as Service Now, Remedy, HP Service Manager, or Peregrine Service.
• As onsite ‘Smart Hands’ support, will be asked to perform training and orientation on use of Hardware and Software, along with coordination of onsite tasks from other off-site technical teams. Will also need to support VIP level end users, as needed.
• Assisting with Hardware/Software asset inventory Management, including hardware disposals.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills and Experience

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• At least 3 years hands on experience in Field Support Services.
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Local Language and English
• Must be detail oriented and self-motivating
• Ability to provide consistent, excellent customer support to entire staff, representing a variety of personalities and management levels
• Clients: Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows7, Windows XP, IOS
• Servers: Windows 2003, Windows 2008, Windows 2013
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Strong Microsoft operating System installation and troubleshooting skills
• Strong Break / Fix skills Desktops, Workstations, Notebooks and Printers
• Basic knowledge to support Mac and iOS devices
• Knowledge to support Multifunctional Devices, Smartphones, PDA’s, iPhone’s, iPad’s & BYOD
• Experience in IT related services with basic understanding of Networks, Intel Servers and Telecoms
• Ability to successfully pass a background security check
• Experience including remote control of PCs and video conferencing knowledge
• PBX Installation and Configuration - Troubleshooting

Technical / professional qualifications

• High school degree or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Microsoft certifications

Business & Behavioural Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to translate IT technical language into everyday terms which users can understand, specifically non-technical senior management
• Ability to interact with customers to ensure that the service is flexible, efficient and responsive
• To work through issues analytically to a successful conclusion
• Demonstrable results in a business customer facing role, with a track record of delivering services to defined service levels.
• Experience of working with multi-discipline teams in distributed locations.
• Experience of working in an Operational environment alongside other technical and operational teams, ensuring that all parties collaborate effectively to deliver services.
• Use of ITIL service management framework to deliver best practice
• Proven ability to deliver improvements that deliver greater value to the customer and business through more efficient delivery and/or lower costs.
• Self-motivated. Ability to learn new technologies on own.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to research and solve complex issues independently
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to participate and contribute during crisis times, assist team members/leads, as needed.
• Show adaptability and flexibility in work to suit business requirements. Be flexible with respect to work requirements and timings of shifts based on business requirements.
• Demonstrate ownership and responsibility in all assignments
• Build and nurture positive working relationship with customers with the intention to exceed their Expectations.

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Why become an HCLTechie?

At HCLTech, we offer diverse opportunities to learn, innovate, and fast-track your career. You'll work with global clients and industry-leading experts, gaining access to mentorship and rewarding growth paths. Our people-friendly work culture fosters flexibility, leadership, and personal and professional growth, giving you the freedom to explore, experiment, and thrive.

We believe in doing things differently, offering hands-on training and coaching, and celebrating the passion and commitment of our teams. Discover the benefits of joining HCLTech:

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Global career opportunities and mobility.
• Flexible work environment supporting work-life balance.
• Exciting projects and upskilling opportunities to shape your role.
• Total wellbeing focus: Beyond professional growth, you’ll be able to collaborate with like-

minded colleagues to drive meaningful impact through initiatives like our CSR Council, Diversity Council, Women Connect, and many more.