Co-op Service Desk Technician - Fall 2026 (September - December) - London, Ontario (IN OFFICE)
Info-Tech Research Group
London, ON, Canada
Info-Tech Research Group is the world’s fastest-growing information technology research and advisory company, proudly serving over 30,000 IT professionals worldwide. We produce unbiased and highly relevant IT research to help CIOs make strategic, timely, and well-informed decisions. We partner closely with IT teams to provide everything they need, from actionable tools to analyst guidance, ensuring they deliver measurable results for their organizations.
We are looking for a strong Service Desk Technician Co-Op to join our team in person for the Fall 2026 term (September – December). Applicants must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary program and eligible to participate in a co-op placement.
Key Responsibilities
- Testing and Repair: Inspect, test, and repair computer hardware and peripherals received from users or vendors.
- Computer Imaging: Prepare, image, and configure computers for deployment to new or existing users, ensuring systems are up to date and standardized according to company guidelines.
- Warranty Claims: Prepare and submit warranty claims with vendors and manufacturers as required.
- Shipping and Receiving: Manage incoming and outgoing shipments of IT assets, ensuring accurate records and tracking.
- User Onboarding: Take calls and assist new hires with their first-time setup, including logging in, ensuring drivers are updated, and confirming they can access their computer properly.
- Asset Management: Track and maintain accurate inventory of all IT equipment, including laptops, monitors, and peripherals.
- Equipment Return Coordination: Work with HR to ensure the timely retrieval and processing of IT equipment from departing employees.
- Inventory Audits: Conduct regular inventory checks to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- System Checks: Perform daily inspections of AV systems (Polycom, TVs, and display hardware) to ensure operational readiness.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed records of imaging, repairs, shipments, and asset changes.
- User Support: Provide assistance to the Service Desk team in resolving technical support tickets and end-user requests when needed.
- Currently enrolled in a College Diploma/University Degree program in a related field such as Computer Systems (not development and/or testing) and eligible to participate in a co-op program
- Customer service experience preferred.
- Demonstrated interest in technology and hands-on technical and independent work
- Fluent in spoken and written English
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong documentation skills with desire to understand and follow process
- Ability to recognize and prioritize critical incidents in a fast-paced environment
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration, Active Directory, Azure AD
- Application support experience with Microsoft Productivity Suite
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Experience with Windows 10/11 and macOS
- Mobile device support – Android and iOS
- General understanding of network devices, including routers, switches, and access points
- We ask all applicants to please include an (unofficial) transcript with their resume*
