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Desktop Support Technician

TEKsystems

NORTH CHICAGO, ILContract / Temporary$20–22/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$20–22/hr
Location
NORTH CHICAGO, IL
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License, required

Job overview

The Desktop Support Technician supports IT warehouse operations, hardware deployment, and end-user technology services. The role manages IT asset inventory and hardware requests, images and deploys Windows-based equipment, and supports desktop peripherals. The ideal candidate has experience in desktop support, IT asset management, or hardware fulfillment, with strong organizational and customer service skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Desktop Support, requiredWindows Support, requiredMicrosoft 365, requiredTicketing Systems, requiredIT Asset Management, requiredInventory Control, requiredComputer Imaging, requiredHardware Lifecycle Management, requiredCustomer Service, requiredCommunication, requiredOrganization, requiredMultitasking, requiredHardware Fulfillment, nice to haveIT Warehouse Operations, nice to haveMobile Device Support, nice to haveEquipment Recovery, nice to haveInventory Auditing, nice to haveAsset Tracking, nice to haveEnterprise Hardware Deployment, nice to have

Qualifications

1+ Years IT Support Experience, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Overview

We are seeking a Desktop Support Technician to support IT warehouse operations, hardware deployment, and end-user technology services. This role is responsible for managing IT asset inventory, fulfilling hardware requests, imaging and deploying equipment, and supporting desktop peripherals across the organization. The ideal candidate will have experience in desktop support, IT asset management, or hardware fulfillment and possess strong organizational and customer service skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on desktop support and hardware deployment services for end users.

  • Manage and fulfill IT hardware requests through the ServiceNow ticketing system.

  • Receive, inventory, track, and deploy IT assets, including laptops, desktops, monitors, mobile devices, and peripherals.

  • Update asset records and maintain inventory accuracy within SAP and related asset management systems.

  • Perform computer imaging, configuration, and deployment activities for Windows-based devices.

  • Coordinate shipping and receiving of IT equipment, including preparing outbound shipments and processing returned hardware.

  • Support equipment recovery efforts for offboarded employees, including coordinating returns from remote users.

  • Generate shipping labels and coordinate logistics through FedEx or similar carriers.

  • Process returned equipment while adhering to company data retention and security policies.

  • Set up and deploy computer peripherals, monitors, docking stations, and workstation equipment.

  • Maintain accurate documentation and ticket updates throughout the support lifecycle.

  • Follow all corporate IT policies, procedures, and security standards.

  • Provide excellent customer service while supporting users both onsite and remotely.

Required Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience in Desktop Support, Service Desk, Hardware Deployment, IT Asset Management, or a related IT support role.

  • Experience supporting Windows environments and end-user computing devices.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and OneDrive.

  • Experience working with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Remedy, or other ITSM platforms.

  • Familiarity with IT asset management and inventory control processes.

  • Basic understanding of computer imaging, deployment, and hardware lifecycle management.

  • Experience with SAP or similar inventory/asset management systems is preferred.

  • Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate documentation.

  • Valid driver's license and ability to transport equipment between locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting hardware fulfillment or IT warehouse operations.

  • Knowledge of mobile device deployment and support.

  • Experience handling equipment recovery and offboarding processes.

  • Familiarity with IT inventory auditing and asset tracking best practices.

  • Previous experience supporting enterprise environments with standardized hardware deployment processes.

Technical Environment

  • Microsoft 365

  • Windows 10/11

  • ServiceNow / ITSM Platforms

  • SAP

  • Laptop and Desktop Imaging

  • IT Asset Management

  • Hardware Deployment & Inventory Control

  • Mobile Device Support

  • Peripheral Installation & Configuration

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of NORTH CHICAGO, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of NORTH CHICAGO, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in NORTH CHICAGO,IL.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,843 open IT Support jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$20–22/hr
  • Illinois median$23–30/hr28 hourly ranges
  • US median$25–31/hr776 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $21/hr, is 24% below the Illinois median midpoint ($28/hr) — in the lowest quarter of IT Support hourly ranges in Illinois.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 70 open IT Support jobs in Illinois and 2,843 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Illinois
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; IT Support postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (1,937 postings).
Education
260 of the 2,843 open IT Support jobs (9%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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