Resume Objective
Personable and solution-oriented Help Desk Associate with 2 years of experience providing Tier 1 IT support in high-volume enterprise environments. Seeking a role where strong communication skills and technical aptitude will help users stay productive.
Key Skills to Highlight
- Hardware & software troubleshooting
- Microsoft 365 & Windows 10/11
- ITIL-based ticketing (ServiceNow, Zendesk)
- Active Directory user management
- Remote support tools (TeamViewer, Bomgar)
- Customer service & de-escalation
- Basic networking (TCP/IP, VPN, DNS)
Sample Work Experience Bullets
- Handled 60+ support tickets daily via phone, email, and chat, achieving a first-call resolution rate above 80%.
- Assisted users with password resets, software installations, and account provisioning in Active Directory.
- Escalated complex hardware and network issues to Tier 2 teams with thorough documentation.
- Maintained and updated the IT knowledge base with new troubleshooting guides and FAQs.
- Configured and shipped replacement laptops to remote employees, coordinating with the logistics team.
Education
Diploma in Information Technology or Computer Systems Technology from an accredited Canadian college.
Relevant Certifications
- CompTIA A+
- ITIL 4 Foundation
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