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IT Director for Non Profit (National Horseshoe Pitchers Association)
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Joshua Olson

Verndale,MN

Summary

Technology-inclined professional possesses strong troubleshooting capabilities and customer-oriented attitude. Experienced in providing network and software support to users and developing and implementing technical solutions. Adept at analyzing system performance and security to drive optimal user experience.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Helpdesk Support Specialist

Lakewood Health System
06.2019 - Current
  • Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees.
  • Responded to inquiries by phone, email and walk-up requests.
  • Walked user through series of steps to determine problem and implement likely solution.
  • Provided end-user system and equipment training.
  • Installed new desktop systems and migrated data to new machines.
  • Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
  • Installed and configured operating systems and applications.
  • Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.

Helpdesk Tier 2

Arvig
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
  • Maintained response times to support business continuity.
  • Evaluated Tier 1 tickets at a escalation point
  • Provided Guidance to Tier 1 technicians onsite and remotely
  • An escalation point for Tier 1 technicians when Tier 3 and Supervisor's were not available

Helpdesk Technician Tier 1

Arvig
10.2017 - 01.2019
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through desk side support services.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Networking And Telecommunications

Alexandria Technical And Community College
Alexandria, MN
05.2017

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Central Lakes College
Brainerd
05.2014

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Coordinating with Supervisors
  • Hardware Evaluation
  • Active Learning
  • Hardware Repair
  • Support End-Users
  • Customer Education
  • Technical Support
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Help Desk Support
  • Computer Imaging Software

IT Director for Non Profit (National Horseshoe Pitchers Association)

I serve as a Vice President on the national board. I oversee the World Tournament Competition when it comes to the setup and teardown of the electronic equipment, also oversee the website editor and 

Timeline

Helpdesk Support Specialist

Lakewood Health System
06.2019 - Current

Helpdesk Tier 2

Arvig
01.2019 - 06.2019

Helpdesk Technician Tier 1

Arvig
10.2017 - 01.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Networking And Telecommunications

Alexandria Technical And Community College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies

Central Lakes College
Joshua Olson