Posted 16 July, 2026
Job Id: 629376
Help Desk Support INT
Job Description
Desktop Support Specialist Wisconsin Office Job Summary The Desktop Support Specialist role provides hands-on, second-level technical support for end users in the Merz North America offices located in Franksville, Wisconsin and Sturtevant, Wisconsin.
This role is a critical part of the onsite IT presence, ensuring reliable technology services and a positive end-user experience for the Merz North America Wisconsin offices.
Job Functions and Responsibilities
* Provide onsite Level 2 support for desktops, laptops, peripherals, telephony, mobile devices, and collaboration technologies, including advanced troubleshooting and issue resolution.
* Perform installation, imaging, configuration, and deployment of end-user hardware and software, including Windows and Apple-based devices.
* Act as the onsite escalation point for unresolved L1 incidents, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication.
* Support new hire onboarding and employee offboarding activities, including device provisioning, account setup coordination, training, asset recovery, and secure data handling.
* Deliver white-glove, executive-level IT support for local leadership and visiting executives, including rapid response and proactive issue prevention.
* Manage assigned incidents, service requests, and tasks within the ITSM platform, meeting or exceeding defined SLAs and customer satisfaction targets.
* Participate in Priority 1 (major) incident response, assisting with issue triage, onsite coordination, root cause analysis, and post-incident follow-up.
* Provide onsite support for conference rooms, training rooms, and AV systems, including Microsoft Teams Rooms and other collaboration technologies.
* Coordinate with global and regional IT teams (L1, L3, infrastructure, security, and vendors) to resolve cross-functional issues.
* Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, solutions, asset inventory, and standard operating procedures.
* Ensure compliance with company Information Security policies, device standards, and data protection requirements.
* Support local IT projects, office moves, technology refreshes, and site initiatives as required.
* Participate in on-call or after-hours support rotations as needed to support business continuity.
* Perform additional duties assigned by IT Service Delivery leadership.
Job Requirements and Qualifications
* 24 years of progressively responsible experience in desktop support, onsite IT support, or service desk environments.
* Demonstrated experience providing onsite Level 2 support and acting as an escalation point for complex technical issues.
* Experience supporting executive or VIP users in a professional services or corporate environment preferred.
* Strong working knowledge of: o Windows 10 and Windows 11 o Microsoft 365 applications and services o Active Directory and user/device management o Mobile device platforms (iOS and iPadOS) o Collaboration and AV solutions (Microsoft Teams, Teams Rooms, Webex, or similar)
* Hands-on experience with ITSM ticketing systems and incident/problem/change processes.
* Excellent customer service mindset with strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple issues simultaneously, and balance urgency with sound judgment.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to documentation and process adherence.
* Ability to work independently onsite while collaborating effectively with remote teams.
* High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.
Work Environment * Onsite role based in the Sturtevant, Wisconsin office; travel to the Franksville, Wisconsin office as required. * Frequent interaction with end users, local leadership, and visiting executives. * Occasional lifting and movement of IT equipment (laptops, monitors, peripherals). * May require occasional after-hours or weekend support during critical incidents or planned activities.
Pay Rate: 30/hr
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