Results-driven IT Service Desk Lead with extensive experience in managing teams, leading major IT projects, and overseeing service desk operations. Strong technical expertise in system administration, process improvements, and customer service, with a proven ability to enhance team performance. Lead Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives to foster an inclusive work environment. Skilled in troubleshooting, application management, and guiding teams through complex technical environments. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Desk Lead
M.A. Mortenson Construction
07.2022 - Current
Team Leadership: Lead a team of service desk analysts, managing day-to-day operations, workload distribution, and ensuring efficient ticket resolution across Tier 1 support
Act as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues
Project Management & Support: Led the Project Borealis transition, supporting the Oracle migration from on-prem to cloud
Managed a team of contractors and guided them through escalations while providing technical training for troubleshooting both project-related and other tickets
Application & System Administration: Oversee the administration of Oracle EBS, Primavera P6, Autodesk Vault, and Bluebeam applications
Manage user accounts, extend contractor access, and ensure smooth onboarding and offboarding of staff
Process Improvement: Collaborate with department heads to streamline processes, implement best practices, and optimize customer service
Lead efforts to keep knowledge base articles updated and ensure continuous learning within the team
Technical Oversight: Manage VPN setups, DHCP reservations, and configure devices for remote and office-based users
Handle hardware and software installations, system updates, and network configurations for over 20-30 daily inquiries
DEI Leadership: Lead the IT department’s DEI efforts, mentoring diverse interns and college recruits, and promoting inclusive practices that contribute to a more equitable work environment
Successfully managed the Oracle Cloud migration during Project Borealis, ensuring seamless Tier 1 support for finance teams
Spearheaded DEI initiatives, leading to a more inclusive IT department and fostering talent development
Promoted to Service Desk Lead for outstanding performance in leadership and service delivery
Service Desk Analyst 2
M.A. Mortenson Construction
11.2021 - 07.2022
Supported Oracle EBS, Autodesk Vault, and Bluebeam applications, extending contractor accounts and configuring devices
Administered ITAM using ServiceNow, ensuring accurate hardware documentation and asset management
Provided direct technical support to executives and field users, handling complex issues involving RDS sessions, VPN, and software installations
Assisted in process improvements and updated knowledge base articles in collaboration with department leaders
Played a key role in setting up Microsoft Authenticator accounts, troubleshooting software, and resetting passwords using Active Directory, O365, and Azure AD
Help Desk Technician
Corporate Technologies
06.2021 - 11.2021
Provided Tier 1 technical support for clients, managing VPN setups, password resets, and troubleshooting malware or hardware issues
Installed printers, third-party apps, and software updates to ensure smooth user operations
Documented support tickets and escalated complex issues for further resolution
Education
High School Diploma -
Armstrong High School
Plymouth, MN
06.2014
Skills
Team Leadership & Mentorship
Ticket Systems: ServiceNow & ConnectWise
Process Improvement & Knowledge Base Management
Oracle EBS, Primavera P6, TPM Administration
Active Directory, SCCM, DHCP
VPN, Firewalls & Security Products
Software & Hardware Deployment
MS Office Suite & O365 Administration
Remote Desktop Setup & Citrix Workspace
Network Configuration (TCP/IP, VPN, Firewalls)
Automation with Ansible
Linux, Windows, and Mac Systems
Autodesk Vault, Bluebeam
IT Asset Management (ITAM)
DEI Leadership
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Service Desk Lead
M.A. Mortenson Construction
07.2022 - Current
Service Desk Analyst 2
M.A. Mortenson Construction
11.2021 - 07.2022
Help Desk Technician
Corporate Technologies
06.2021 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Armstrong High School
Technical Skills
• ServiceNow & ConnectWise
• Ansible Automation
• Oracle EBS, Primavera P6, TPM, Autodesk Vault
• Windows AutoPilot, SCCM, ITAM
• Network Configuration: VPN, DHCP, TCP/IP
• Active Directory, Azure AD, O365
• Linux, Windows, MacOS Systems
• Citrix Workspace & Remote Desktop Setup
• Hardware & Software Deployment
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