Join the Pack at Pet Food Experts!
With a rich history spanning more than 80 years, Pet Food Experts has grown from a small family-run business into the nation's leading pet specialty distributor, proudly serving over 10,000 independent pet retail locations nationwide. At Pet Food Experts (PFX), we do more than distribute the best pet products-we fuel independent pet retailers with passion, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to community. With continued growth and an expanded national footprint, we're stronger than ever, ready to serve more retailers, support more brands, and make an even bigger impact in the pet industry.
The Help Desk Technician is responsible for manning the IT helpdesk and assisting all Pet Food Experts' end-users, both on site and remotely with day-to-day IT requirements, providing tier 1 help desk and desktop support, and escalating to System Administrators as needed, to support the Information Technology department initiatives. This position requires a candidate with 1-2 years' experience in IT in order to support existing and future IT growth. Duties consist of working with the IT staff to support end-user needs, desktop and office applications, supporting end-user software and hardware needs, both remotely and hands on.
Schedule :
- Tuesday-Saturday : Full-time, On-Site. Some after hours and on-call required.
What You'll Do
Support all end-user related issues.Manage help desk ticketing systemMeet SLA level of service for help deskAssign / Escalate tickets to appropriate IT support personnel as neededAssist IT System Administrators with software and hardware installsSetup New hire laptops and greet them on first dayAdminister, install and troubleshoot windows operating systemsCoordinate with System Admin to update Laptop builds and proceduresConfigure software and resolve technical problems.Support end-user technology needs, including email printing and application servicesDocumentation of policies and procedures as well as end-user guides and training materialsWork with facilities to ensure end-users have an acceptable working environment.Represent IT Department in a positive and supportive manner, demonstrating support for and serving as an example of service excellence by responding promptly to end user concerns or requestsReport to IT Manager while working closely with a small team of likeminded IT Support StaffProvide details of system service levels, maintenance, system downtime, turnaround and response timesProvide metrics for capacity management purposesParticipate in and recommend enhancements to systems as neededProvide guidance / experience with ticketing system to end usersPerform upgrades as requiredWhat We're Looking For
1-2 years of experience in windows 11 supportAssociates degree or equivalent training in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related technology skillsGood understanding of Network fundamentalsExperience with Microsoft Office and Google WorkspacesEffective written and verbal skillsAble to take direction as well as the desire to take initiativeAble to work with hands for minor facility repair / improvement needsThe Perks of Being Part of the PFX Pack!
We know that happy, supported employees make the best teammates-so we've got you covered with some seriously great benefits!
Full Benefits Package - Medical, dental, and vision to keep you feeling your best.Paid Parental Leave - Supporting you in every stage of life-furry babies and human ones!Pet Perks & Product Discounts - Treat your pets like royalty with exclusive savings.Education Assistance Program - Invest in yourself, and we'll help with the cost!Pet Food Experts is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military status, or any protected characteristic.
All employment offers are contingent on passing a criminal background check.
Salary Description
$26.50 - $30.00