Deskside Technician II
- Toronto, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
PROXIMITY SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
- Key Responsibilities
- End-User Support & Device Management
- Provide professional in-person and remote technical support for mobile devices (smartphones, tablets), laptops, desktops, and peripheral equipment
- Execute iPhone/iPad activations, Mobile Device Management (MDM) enrollment, and carrier coordination for wireless deployments
- Support Apple devices (iPhones, iPads, MACs) and Windows operating systems with Microsoft Office suite
- Deliver hardware/software troubleshooting and break-fix services consistent with luxury retail brand standards
- Infrastructure & Equipment Support
- Manage onsite IT assets across stores, distribution centers, repair facilities, manufacturing sites, and corporate offices
- Support diverse printer ecosystem including HP LaserJet, Zebra printers, retail printers (RFID/Epson), and general office printers
- Set up and support videoconferencing equipment (Zoom) and audio/video systems (e.g., Carlipa)
- Perform initial troubleshooting and first-level support for network infrastructure, including connectivity issues and equipment reboots
- Maintain point-of-sale systems, displays, scanners, input devices and handheld devices
- Lifecycle & Asset Management
- Perform complete lifecycle management of endpoints including imaging, provisioning, configuration, upgrades, and decommissioning
- Conduct IT asset inventory control and management with complete audit trails
- Provision, track, and maintain loaner/temporary equipment inventory for business continuity
- Maintain asset hygiene standards including lifecycle tracking, disposal protocols, and regional compliance requirements
- Perform basic hardware maintenance (Intel, Mac)
- Project Support & Documentation
- Support new store openings and sites like warehouse or manufacture, renovations, relocations, and closures including technology setup/teardown and cutover coordination
- Participate in small-scale IT projects such as new software/hardware deployments or system updates under supervision
- Document all activities accurately in incident, request, and asset management systems
- Create and update technical documentation and knowledge base articles
- Contribute to knowledge management systems by documenting solutions, creating how-to guides, and reporting recurring issues
- Incident & Service Management
- Manage and control IT incidents and service requests, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc site visits to provide proactive support and assess IS&T health
- Conduct basic monitoring of systems and infrastructure, reporting anomalies to senior team members
- Coordinate effectively with third-party vendors, OEMs, and internal support groups (network, security, applications)
- Business Partnership & Escalation
- Partner with business stakeholders to identify technology pain points and escalate systemic issues through proper channels
- Translate business needs into technical solutions or route requests to appropriate specialized teams
- Demonstrate service-excellence mindset and effective conflict resolution skills
- End-User Support & Device Management
- Key Responsibilities
- Required Qualifications & Skills
- Education & Experience
- Currently pursuing or holding a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Experience with networks and TCP/IP protocols
- Strong experience and knowledge of Operating Systems (Windows and macOS)
- Technical Competencies
- Familiarity with ITSM (ServiceNow) and remote support tools
- Proficiency with Mobile Device Management platforms
- Understanding of asset management systems and lifecycle processes
- Education & Experience
- Professional Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with intermediate to advanced English language proficiency (Option for Spanish or Portuguese based on the location)
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Aptitude for conflict resolution and managing pressure effectively
- Proactive attitude and strong desire for continuous learning and professional development
- Service-excellence mindset appropriate for luxury retail environments
- CompTIA A+ or equivalent
- Availability for travel
- Valid driver's license and full ability to drive
- Required Qualifications & Skills
- Education & Experience
- Currently pursuing or holding a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Experience with networks and TCP/IP protocols
- Strong experience and knowledge of Operating Systems (Windows and macOS)
- Technical Competencies
- Familiarity with ITSM (ServiceNow) and remote support tools
- Proficiency with Mobile Device Management platforms
- Understanding of asset management systems and lifecycle processes
- Education & Experience
- Professional Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with intermediate to advanced English language proficiency (Option for Spanish or Portuguese based on the location)
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Aptitude for conflict resolution and managing pressure effectively
- Proactive attitude and strong desire for continuous learning and professional development
- Service-excellence mindset appropriate for luxury retail environments
- CompTIA A+ or equivalent
- Availability for travel
- Valid driver's license and full ability to drive
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Deskside Technician II will support end-user devices, printers, video conferencing and point-of-sale equipment, manage IT assets and loaner inventory, and document incidents and solutions. They will also help with store openings and site projects and escalate issues to specialized teams.
Requirements
Candidates need a current or completed degree in IT or a related field, experience with networks and TCP/IP, and strong knowledge of Windows and macOS. CompTIA A+ or equivalent, ServiceNow or ITSM familiarity, and MDM experience are expected, along with a valid driver's licence and availability to travel.
Skills
- iPhone/iPad activation
- macOS
- Windows
- Microsoft Office
- ServiceNow
- ITSM
- TCP/IP networking
- CompTIA A+
- Remote support tools
- Device imaging and provisioning
- IT asset management
- HP LaserJet
- Zebra printers
- RFID printers
- Epson printers
- Zoom
- Audio/video systems
- Point-of-sale systems
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Intel hardware maintenance
- Mac hardware maintenance
- Incident management
- Service Level Agreements
- Technical documentation
Categories
- Technology
- Customer Service & Support
- Retail
Keywords
- Deskside Support
- IT Support Technician
- Desktop Support
- End-User Support
- MDM
- Mobile Device Management
- iPhone
- iPad
- macOS
- Windows
- Microsoft Office
- ServiceNow
- ITSM
- TCP/IP
- CompTIA A+
- Asset Management
- Imaging
- Printer Support
- Zoom
- Help Desk
Seniority
Entry level
Licences and certifications
- CompTIA A+
Tools
- ServiceNow
- Microsoft Office
- Zoom
- HP LaserJet
- Zebra printers
- Epson printers
- Intel
- Mac
- MDM platform
- iPhone
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering