Desktop Support Engineer
Location
Chennai.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage Desktop Support (L1/L2) and Network Support (L2) engineers
- Allocate tasks, monitor workloads, and ensure timely closure of tickets
- Act as the primary escalation point for technical and operational issues
- Provide hands-on support for desktop, network, and basic server issues when required
- Step in to handle support activities during engineer leave or absence
- Ensure adherence to SOPs, SLAs, and service quality standards
- Coordinate with clients, vendors, ISPs, and internal teams
- Review daily/weekly support reports and ensure proper documentation
- Train, mentor, and guide engineers to improve performance and efficiency
- Continuously improve processes and operational effectiveness
Technical Skills Required
- Strong hands-on experience in desktop support (Windows OS, hardware, printers, peripherals)
- Good knowledge of networking concepts (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
- Experience handling routers, switches, firewalls, and access points
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware failures, part replacement, and system upgrades
- Experience using remote support tools and ticketing systems
- Understanding of IT AMC operations and managed IT services environments
Requirements / Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum 4–6 years of hands-on IT support experience
- Experience handling both desktop and network support
- Prior experience as a senior engineer / team lead is preferred
- Educational Qualification: Diploma / ITI / Any Graduation
- Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Willingness to travel to client locations when required