Desktop Technician Level 1 (Lagos)

Job Description

Installs, configures, troubleshoots, and maintains desktop and workstation equipment and software including telephones (std & VOIP), desktop/laptop computers (WIN7, WIN10, MAC OS), and printers.

Handles equipment moves with little or no supervision.

Able to identify, analyze and resolve basic troubleshooting items but defers to supervisor or Level 1 tech for more complex hardware issues.

Able to answer basic user questions about equipment features.

Has basic knowledge of the organization's equipment and associated software and services.

Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed.

Requirements

Requirements

• 2–5 years experience in network support or a similar role.
  
• Understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, DNS, and DHCP.
  
• Experience with Cisco or similar networking equipment.
  
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and ticketing systems.
  
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA or CompTIA Network+ are an advantage.
  
• Basic understanding of Windows server environments and Active Directory is an advantage.
  

The engineer will need

• A laptop running Microsoft Operating system (minimum Windows 11 but subject to change
  
• Console Cable
  
• A terminal emulator program. (recommended ones are Putty or TeraTerm or Poderosa)
  
• Serial Port (either built-in to the laptop or USB adapter)
  
• Networking support knowledge obtained in the field and appropriate OEM device specific training and certification needed to work on the OEM products.
  
• Teams or Webex applications for connection with Customer network NOC if required
  
• Engineering tool kit.
  

Requirements
Physical onsite assistance to enable remote troubleshooting and remediation. Console connectivity to network devices (switch/router/firewall) as instructed by the Remote Support Team. Providing physical access support to the Remote Support Team (e.g., opening racks, locating devices/ports, power cycling per instruction). Visual verification and reporting (LED status, link status, alarms, fan/power status, cabling condition). Engineer must have basic understanding of network devices sufficient to: Identify network equipment types, ports, power supplies, uplinks, and patch panel layouts. Follow remote instructions accurately (step-by-step) without deviating from approved runbooks. Perform basic checks: link lights, port mapping verification, cable reseat, label verification. Network Device Rack & Stack Rack mounting/unmounting of network devices per site rules and safety practices. Patch and dress cables to basic professional standard (as instructed). Coordinate with Remote Support Team for post-install verification. Basic Configuration Perform basic level initial actions (only as instructed by the Remote Support Team), such as: Connecting console and granting remote access session (screen share/terminal access where applicable). Executing clearly provided command steps (copy/paste) when approved. Applying basic baseline actions (e.g., set management IP/VLAN) only when explicitly instructed and approved.