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Provide first-level technical support for clinical and non-clinical staff via the Service Desk. Responsibilities include diagnosing IT issues, documenting support tickets, and performing basic software installation and configuration.
Requirements
Requires a certificate in Computer Support or a relevant degree/diploma with 2-3 years of support desk experience. Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft 365, Windows 11, Active Directory, and VPN troubleshooting.
Education
- professional certificate
- associate degree
- bachelor degree
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Tier 1 Technical Support
- Troubleshooting
- Microsoft 365
- Windows 11
- MS Teams
- Active Directory
- Citrix
- VPN Technologies
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Keyboarding
- ServiceNow
- Genesys
- ITIL Foundation
- Software Installation
- Ticket Documentation
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Customer Service & Support
- Technology
- Healthcare
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- IT Customer Support
- Service Desk
- Tier 1 Support
- Microsoft 365
- Windows 11
- MS Teams
- Active Directory
- Citrix
- VPN
- ServiceNow
- Genesys
- ITIL Foundation
- A+ Certification
- Healthcare IT
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Ticketing Systems
- Call Centre
- PC Configuration
- User Education
- Hybrid Work
Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Health Shared Services (HSS) delivers essential services that support both clinical and non-clinical teams across Alberta’s healthcare system. Working in partnership with the teams we serve, we share a common purpose: enabling timely, high-quality care for patients and families throughout the province. The Information Technology (IT) team supports nearly every aspect of Alberta’s healthcare system, providing expertise in computer systems, electronic communications, software, security, and information management. Our work helps improve patient care processes and supports the effective operation and management of the organization. We are currently seeking an IT Customer Support I to join our Service Desk team, providing frontline technical support for IT systems across the province. As a Customer Support I Service Desk Analyst, you will deliver Tier 1 technical support primarily over the phone. The Service Desk operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, supporting Alberta’s healthcare system customers and affiliates. Issues that cannot be resolved at first contact are escalated to senior support staff or specialized technical teams for further investigation. Key Responsibilities: Respond to customer requests for technical assistance and perform initial troubleshooting. Diagnose issues, identify solutions, and take corrective action or provide guidance to achieve resolution. Provide “how-to” support and user education. Create, document, and update support tickets accurately and thoroughly. Contribute feedback and input to improve Service Desk documentation and processes. Perform basic software installation and configuration. This position provides support to shifts where needed which can include days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. This is a casual relief position.
Description:
As an IT Customer Support I, you will provide the first level of technical support for clinical and non-clinical staff and departments. Your typical duties include receiving and handling initial helpdesk requests for IT support; responding to common requests for support as well as participating in the set up and maintenance of computer software, hardware and systems.
Transition Company: Health Shared Services Classification: IT Customer Support I Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: Information Technology, Service Desk North Primary Location: CN Tower Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 18-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 12-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: Varies Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $29.23 Maximum Salary: $35.71 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of certificate in Computer Support or equivalent.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Successful completion of a degree or diploma in relevant field from a recognized institution. 2-3 years of experience working in a support desk environment that deals with calls from a varied user base. A sound knowledge of PC software, including Microsoft 365, Windows 11, MS Teams, Active Directory, Citrix and PC configurations. Proficient troubleshooting VPN technologies. A customer service focus and strong communication skills are essential. Sound problem-solving and decision making abilities. Proficient keyboarding skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
A+ or similar certification preferred. Experience with ServiceNow or other relevant ticketing systems. Experience with Call Centre phone systems - Genesys. ITIL Foundation. Previous health care experience.
