This role is for 9 months and typically works Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed & Friday- 8-hour shifts
Milwaukee County Zoo is looking for a Desktop Support 1 resource to work 40 hours a week, Sunday, Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri. Additional details on this can be found below.
Top Skills & Years of Experience:
\- 1-3 years customer service experience.
\- 2-year degree in an IT related field or current progress towards a degree in combination with experience.
\- Familiarity with Microsoft Active Directory
\- Familiarity with Microsoft SCCM imaging software
Nice to Have Skills:
\- Provide daily support for PC hardware and software, including: Windows 11, Office 365 and other departmental and enterprise applications.
\- Participate in installing, configuring, and maintaining computer operating systems and images.
\- Install and troubleshoot peripherals for users.
\- Aid in troubleshooting smartphones and other related ad hoc devices.
\- Point of Sale Experience
Interview Process: Microsoft Teams
Duration: This is a 9-month contract.
Onsite or Remote? Candidate MUST be a WI resident. No Relocation Allowed. Role is 100% On-Site.
Project Details: The technician identifies, prioritizes, and resolves technical issues in accordance with ITIL best practices. The role emphasizes clear communication with users of varying technical skill levels, effective ticket and work queue management, and proactive identification of recurring issues to support continuous improvement. Working conditions may include dark, dirty, or unsanitary locations, including insects and near animals. Environments include working inside and outside in all weather conditions.
Additional details: Onsite, possibly wet and dirty working conditions. Typical work week would be Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed & Friday- 8 hour shifts onsite at the Milwaukee County Zoo.
The Service Operations Technician provides on-site Level 1 and Level 2 technical support to various
Milwaukee County locations for hardware, software, printing, connectivity, mobile devices, point-of-
sale systems, and user setup and access. This role is responsible for managing incidents, service
requests, and problems through to resolution while delivering excellent customer service. Working
under the guidance of a Manager or Team Lead, the technician identifies, prioritizes, and resolves
technical issues in accordance with ITIL best practices. The role emphasizes clear communication with
users of varying technical skill levels, effective ticket and work queue management, and proactive
identification of recurring issues to support continuous improvement.
Working conditions may include dark, dirty, or unsanitary locations, including insects and near
animals. Environments include working inside and outside in all weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities
• Install, configure, and maintain computer systems, including hardware and software on
desktops and laptops.
• Deploy and support mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones.
• Troubleshoot and resolve internet and network access issues (wired and wireless).
• Provide support for network printers.
• Set up and maintain point-of-sale systems, including credit card machines, receipt printers,
cash drawers, and related software.
• Ensure all devices remain updated, online, and compliant with security standards.
• Meet with staff or coordinate remote support to provide one-on-one technical assistance
and training on hardware and software use.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network malfunctions through evaluation,
testing, and repair or escalation to internal and external support.
• Maintain accurate equipment inventory.
• Support for conference room Audio Visual equipment.
• Provide onsite support for special events, including setup and teardown, occasionally outside
regular business hours.
• Utilize ticketing system to manage customer requests/issues and maintain records of work
performed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems, Microsoft products, and desktop support
principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Azure Active Directory.
• Familiar with computer imaging, system settings, drivers and updates.
• Understanding of workstation, printer and peripheral maintenance and support.
• Familiar with ITIL practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift and transport computer equipment as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation needed to support multiple locations.