We are hiring a resourceful Help desk technician - park to join our elite team at Cogent Communications in Overland Park, KS.
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Company:
Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period. Job Summary:
The Help Desk Support Technician is responsible for supporting and maintaining the operations status of all client and mobile devices and peripherals for the organization. This individual will work closely with other members of the Information Technology Team (Network, Software Development, Unix and Windows) within Cogent. The individual will perform administration and maintenance for hardware and software which allows for day-to-day operations of a global IT environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide first-level contact and problem resolution for all users with hardware, software and applications problems via phone, email and ticketing system
Maintain communications with employees throughout the problem resolution process
Create, modify and manage Active Directory objects via Windows Server
Deploy hardware and software including imaging of Microsoft Operating systems, software installation, restoration of user data, assembly, cable management, and peripheral connections
Desktop and Laptop Hardware troubleshooting
Perform inventory and asset tracking duties
Maintain and update computer and systems documentation Qualifications:
Degree in an IT-related field or equivalent experience
2+ years of working experience as 1st Level Support / User Helpdesk
Solid expertise in current Microsoft desktop operating systems and application software
MS Windows 10 / MS Server 2016, 2019/ MS Office 2016, 2019 / MS Exchange 2013, 2019 / MS SCCM
Solid knowledge of personal computer hardware configuration and setup
Basic knowledge of DNS, FTP, TCP/IP, file and print servers
Experience in using Active Directory, Creating and managing accounts
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, conducive to team development
Excellent telephone and face-to-face communication skills
Ability to multitask in a challenging, fast-paced environment
Good communications skills in English, both verbal and written
Creative and innovative in problem solving
Availability to work after hours and weekends
Capable of writing and presenting detailed documentation Physical Requirements:
Frequently remains in a sitting/stationary position during the work day
Operates a computer and performs desk-based computer tasks continually; frequently viewing a computer screen
Rarely lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling objects and/or equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds COVID-19 Policy:
Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy which requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated with one booster against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.
By submitting an application or resume for this position, I understand that is an in-office position and agree to abide Cogent's mandatory vaccination policy.
To apply for the Help Desk Technician position, please submit your resume and cover letter to View email address on jobs.institutedata.com.
Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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